3.9
CWE
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Advisory Published
CVE Published
Updated

CVE-2024-45618: Libopensc: uninitialized values after incorrect or missing checking return values of functions in pkcs15init

First published: Mon Sep 02 2024(Updated: )

A vulnerability was found in pkcs15-init in OpenSC. An attacker could use a crafted USB Device or Smart Card, which would present the system with a specially crafted response to APDUs. Insufficient or missing checking of return values of functions leads to unexpected work with variables that have not been initialized.

Credit: secalert@redhat.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow 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-2024-45618?

    CVE-2024-45618 has been classified with a severity level that indicates significant security risks when exploited.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-45618?

    To mitigate CVE-2024-45618, ensure your OpenSC software and Red Hat Enterprise Linux are updated to the latest versions provided by the vendors.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2024-45618?

    CVE-2024-45618 affects Red Hat Enterprise Linux versions 7.0, 8.0, 9.0, and OpenSC versions prior to 0.26.0.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2024-45618 allow?

    CVE-2024-45618 allows an attacker to exploit the vulnerability using a specially crafted USB device or smart card.

  • What are the potential consequences of CVE-2024-45618?

    Exploitation of CVE-2024-45618 could lead to unexpected behavior or system compromise due to improper handling of response values.

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