CVE-2024-42461
First published: Fri Aug 02 2024(Updated: )
In the Elliptic package 6.5.6 for Node.js, ECDSA signature malleability occurs because BER-encoded signatures are allowed.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| npm/elliptic | >=5.2.1<=6.5.6 | 6.5.7 |
| indutny Elliptic Node.js | =6.5.6 | |
| IBM Cognos Analytics | <=1.1 |
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Reference Links
- https://github.com/indutny/elliptic/pull/317
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2024-42461
- https://github.com/indutny/elliptic/commit/accb61e9c1a005e5c8ff96a8b33893100bb42d11
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-49q7-c7j4-3p7m (Advisory)
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2024:6738
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2024:6779
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2024:7759
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2024:7994
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2302460
- https://www.ibm.com/support/pages/node/7184429 (Advisory)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-42461?
CVE-2024-42461 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to potential ECDSA signature malleability.
How do I fix CVE-2024-42461?
To fix CVE-2024-42461, update the Elliptic package to version 6.5.7 or later.
Which versions of the Elliptic package are affected by CVE-2024-42461?
CVE-2024-42461 affects the Elliptic package versions from 5.2.1 to 6.5.6.
What is ECDSA signature malleability in the context of CVE-2024-42461?
ECDSA signature malleability, as described in CVE-2024-42461, allows for the modification of existing signatures without invalidating them.
Which products are impacted by CVE-2024-42461?
CVE-2024-42461 impacts the Elliptic package for Node.js and specific versions of IBM Cognos Dashboards on Cloud Pak for Data up to version 5.0.0.
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