7.5
CWE
208 327 203
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2023-41097: Potential Timing vulnerability in CBC PKCS7 padding calculations

First published: Thu Dec 21 2023(Updated: )

An Observable Timing Discrepancy, Covert Timing Channel vulnerability in Silabs GSDK on ARM potentially allows Padding Oracle Crypto Attack on CBC PKCS7.This issue affects GSDK: through 4.4.0.

Credit: product-security@silabs.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Silicon Labs Gecko SDK<=4.4.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2023-41097?

    CVE-2023-41097 is categorized as a potential medium severity vulnerability due to its covert timing channel that could enable a Padding Oracle attack.

  • How do I fix CVE-2023-41097?

    To mitigate CVE-2023-41097, it is recommended to upgrade to a version of the Gecko Software Development Kit greater than 4.4.0.

  • What types of attacks does CVE-2023-41097 enable?

    CVE-2023-41097 enables a Padding Oracle Crypto Attack, specifically on CBC PKCS7, through observable timing discrepancies.

  • Which software versions are affected by CVE-2023-41097?

    CVE-2023-41097 affects all versions of the Silicon Labs Gecko Software Development Kit up to and including 4.4.0.

  • Where can I find more information about CVE-2023-41097?

    More information regarding CVE-2023-41097 can typically be found in the official release notes from Silicon Labs.

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