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CVE-2023-4535

4.5 · MEDIUM

An out-of-bounds read vulnerability was found in OpenSC packages within the MyEID driver when handling symmetric key encryption.

Published Nov 6, 2023CWE-125EPSS 0.52%

Overview

CVE-2023-4535 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on November 6, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 4.5 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 4.5, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

An out-of-bounds read vulnerability was found in OpenSC packages within the MyEID driver when handling symmetric key encryption. Exploiting this flaw requires an attacker to have physical access to the computer and a specially crafted USB device or smart card. This flaw allows the attacker to manipulate APDU responses and potentially gain unauthorized access to sensitive data, compromising the system's security.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. 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.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2023-4535?

CVE-2023-4535 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on November 6, 2023 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 4.5 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2023-4535?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 4.5, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2023-4535?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. 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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