CVE-2020-16088
First published: Tue Jul 28 2020(Updated: )
iked in OpenIKED, as used in OpenBSD through 6.7, allows authentication bypass because ca.c has the wrong logic for checking whether a public key matches.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Openbsd Openbsd | <=6.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-16088?
CVE-2020-16088 refers to a vulnerability in the OpenIKED component in OpenBSD through version 6.7, where it allows an authentication bypass due to incorrect logic in the ca.c file.
What is the severity of CVE-2020-16088?
The severity of CVE-2020-16088 is critical with a severity score of 9.8.
How does CVE-2020-16088 affect OpenBSD?
CVE-2020-16088 affects OpenBSD versions up to and including 6.7.
How can I fix CVE-2020-16088?
To fix CVE-2020-16088, it is recommended to apply the provided patch from the official OpenBSD website.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2020-16088?
You can find more information about CVE-2020-16088 in the provided references: [link to the official OpenBSD patches](https://ftp.openbsd.org/pub/OpenBSD/patches/6.7/common/014_iked.patch.sig) and [link to the commit on GitHub](https://github.com/openbsd/src/commit/7afb2d41c6d373cf965285840b85c45011357115).
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