CVE-2021-45451
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.82%
Last modified
CVE-2021-45451 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. In Mbed TLS before 3.1.0, psa_aead_generate_nonce allows policy bypass or oracle-based decryption when the output buffer is at memory locations accessible to an untrusted application.. EPSS estimates a 0.82% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In Mbed TLS before 3.1.0, psa_aead_generate_nonce allows policy bypass or oracle-based decryption when the output buffer is at memory locations accessible to an untrusted application.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Arm | Mbed Tls | < 3.1.0 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 36 |
| Fedoraproject | Fedora | 37 |
References
- https://github.com/ARMmbed/mbedtls/releases/tag/v3.1.0Patch, Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/ARMmbed/mbedtls/releases/tag/v3.1.0Patch, Release Notes, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-45451?
In Mbed TLS before 3.1.0, psa_aead_generate_nonce allows policy bypass or oracle-based decryption when the output buffer is at memory locations accessible to an untrusted application.
How severe is CVE-2021-45451?
CVE-2021-45451 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.82% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-45451?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
Are you affected by CVE-2021-45451?
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