CVE-2022-43705: Critical severity Botan Project Botan vulnerability

Published Nov 27, 2022
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Updated

In Botan before 2.19.3, it is possible to forge OCSP responses due to a certificate verification error. This issue was introduced in Botan 1.11.34 (November 2016).

Affected Software

1 affected component
Botan Project Botan>=1.11.34<2.19.3

Event History

Nov 27, 2022
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is CVE-2022-43705?

CVE-2022-43705 is a vulnerability in Botan before version 2.19.3 that allows for the forging of OCSP responses due to a certificate verification error.

2

How severe is CVE-2022-43705?

CVE-2022-43705 has a severity rating of 9.1 (critical).

3

Which software versions are affected by CVE-2022-43705?

Versions of Botan from 1.11.34 to 2.19.3 are affected by CVE-2022-43705.

4

How can I fix CVE-2022-43705?

To fix CVE-2022-43705, update Botan to version 2.19.3 or later.

5

Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-43705?

You can find more information about CVE-2022-43705 at the following references: [GitHub Releases](https://github.com/randombit/botan/releases/tag/2.19.3) and [GitHub Security Advisory](https://github.com/randombit/botan/security/advisories/GHSA-4v9w-qvcq-6q7w).

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