CWE
295
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2020-9433

First published: Thu Feb 27 2020(Updated: )

openssl_x509_check_email in lua-openssl 0.7.7-1 mishandles X.509 certificate validation because it uses lua_pushboolean for certain non-boolean return values.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
OpenSSL=0.7.7-1

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2020-9433?

    The severity of CVE-2020-9433 is critical with a CVSS score of 9.1.

  • What software is affected by CVE-2020-9433?

    The software affected by CVE-2020-9433 is Lua-openssl version 0.7.7-1.

  • How does CVE-2020-9433 mishandle X.509 certificate validation?

    CVE-2020-9433 mishandles X.509 certificate validation by using lua_pushboolean for certain non-boolean return values.

  • Is there a fix available for CVE-2020-9433?

    Yes, a fix is available for CVE-2020-9433. Please refer to the provided link for more information.

  • What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2020-9433?

    The Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for CVE-2020-9433 is CWE-295.

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