CVE-2016-6883: Infoleak
Published Mar 3, 2017
·Updated
MatrixSSL before 3.8.3 configured with RSA Cipher Suites allows remote attackers to obtain sensitive information via a Bleichenbacher variant attack.
Affected Software
1 affected component
MatrixSSL MatrixSSL<=3.8.2
Remediation
Event History
Mar 3, 2017
CVE Published
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·04:00 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:59 PM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2016-6883?
CVE-2016-6883 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for information disclosure.
2
How do I fix CVE-2016-6883?
To fix CVE-2016-6883, upgrade MatrixSSL to version 3.8.3 or later.
3
What are the implications of CVE-2016-6883?
CVE-2016-6883 allows remote attackers to perform a Bleichenbacher variant attack, which can lead to the exposure of sensitive data.
4
Which versions of MatrixSSL are affected by CVE-2016-6883?
CVE-2016-6883 affects MatrixSSL versions prior to 3.8.3.
5
Can CVE-2016-6883 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2016-6883 can be exploited remotely by attackers to gain access to sensitive information.