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CVE-2004-0063

7.5 · HIGH

The SPP_VerifyPVV function in nCipher payShield SPP library 1.3.12, 1.5.18 and 1.6.18 returns a Status_OK value even if the HSM returns a different status code, which could cause applications to ma…

Published Feb 17, 2004ncipherEPSS 1.33%

Overview

CVE-2004-0063 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting ncipher payshield_spp_library. It was published on February 17, 2004 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

The SPP_VerifyPVV function in nCipher payShield SPP library 1.3.12, 1.5.18 and 1.6.18 returns a Status_OK value even if the HSM returns a different status code, which could cause applications to make incorrect security-critical decisions, e.g. by accepting an invalid PIN number.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from ncipher. Update payshield_spp_library to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-0063?

CVE-2004-0063 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting ncipher payshield_spp_library. It was published on February 17, 2004 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2004-0063?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2004-0063?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from ncipher. Update payshield_spp_library to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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