CVE-2024-45616: Libopensc: uninitialized values after incorrect check or usage of apdu response values in libopensc
First published: Mon Sep 02 2024(Updated: )
A vulnerability was found in OpenSC, OpenSC tools, PKCS#11 module, minidriver, and CTK. An attacker could use a crafted USB Device or Smart Card, which would present the system with a specially crafted response to APDUs. The following problems were caused by insufficient control of the response APDU buffer and its length when communicating with the card.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux | =7.0 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux | =8.0 | |
| Red Hat Enterprise Linux | =9.0 | |
| SUSE OpenSC | <0.26.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-45616?
CVE-2024-45616 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to potential exploitation via crafted USB devices or Smart Cards.
How do I fix CVE-2024-45616?
To fix CVE-2024-45616, update to the latest versions of the affected software that have addressed this vulnerability.
What systems are affected by CVE-2024-45616?
CVE-2024-45616 affects Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7.0, 8.0, 9.0, and OpenSC versions below 0.26.0.
What type of attacks can exploit CVE-2024-45616?
CVE-2024-45616 can be exploited by attackers using a specially crafted USB device or Smart Card that presents malicious APDU responses.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-45616?
Currently, the recommended action for CVE-2024-45616 is to apply vendor patches rather than relying on workarounds.
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