CVE-2005-2023
First published: Fri Jun 17 2005(Updated: )
The send_pinentry_environment function in asshelp.c in gpg2 on SUSE Linux 9.3 does not properly handle certain options, which can prevent pinentry from being found and causes S/MIME signing to fail.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| SUSE Linux | =9.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2005-2023?
CVE-2005-2023 is classified as a security vulnerability that can impact S/MIME signing operations.
How do I fix CVE-2005-2023?
To fix CVE-2005-2023, update to a version of GPG that properly handles the options in the send_pinentry_environment function.
Which software is affected by CVE-2005-2023?
CVE-2005-2023 affects GPG2 on SUSE Linux version 9.3.
What type of issues does CVE-2005-2023 cause?
CVE-2005-2023 can cause pinentry to not be found, resulting in the failure of S/MIME signing.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2005-2023?
There may not be a reliable workaround for CVE-2005-2023, and the best course of action is to apply the recommended updates.
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