CVE-2010-3074
First published: Fri Sep 17 2010(Updated: )
SSL_Cipher.cpp in EncFS before 1.7.0 uses an improper combination of an AES cipher and a CBC cipher mode for encrypted filesystems, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information via a watermark attack.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Encfs | <=1.6.0 | |
| Encfs | =1.4.0 | |
| Encfs | =1.4.1 | |
| Encfs | =1.4.1.1 | |
| Encfs | =1.4.2 | |
| Encfs | =1.5.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/fulldisclosure/2010-08/0316.html
- http://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=335938
- http://code.google.com/p/encfs/source/detail?r=59
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2010-September/047794.html
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2010-September/047798.html
- http://lists.fedoraproject.org/pipermail/package-announce/2010-September/047825.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2010-12/msg00000.html
- http://secunia.com/advisories/41158
- http://secunia.com/advisories/41478
- http://www.arg0.net/encfs
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2010/09/05/3
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2010/09/06/1
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2010/09/07/8
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2010/2414
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=630460
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2010-3074?
CVE-2010-3074 is considered to have a moderate severity level due to the potential for local users to retrieve sensitive information.
How do I fix CVE-2010-3074?
To fix CVE-2010-3074, upgrade EncFS to version 1.7.0 or later where the improper cipher combination is addressed.
What versions of EncFS are affected by CVE-2010-3074?
CVE-2010-3074 affects EncFS versions prior to 1.7.0, including 1.4.0, 1.4.1, 1.4.2, 1.5.0, and 1.6.0.
What type of attack is enabled by CVE-2010-3074?
CVE-2010-3074 allows for a watermark attack, enabling local users to potentially expose sensitive information.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2010-3074?
There is no effective workaround for CVE-2010-3074; the best resolution is to upgrade to a secure version.
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