CVE-2025-46673: Critical severity cryptolib vulnerability
Published Apr 27, 2025
·Updated
NASA CryptoLib before 1.3.2 does not check whether the SA is in an operational state before use, possibly leading to a bypass of the Space Data Link Security protocol (SDLS).
Affected Software
2 affected components
nasa CryptoLib<1.3.2
nasa CryptoLib<1.3.2
Event History
Apr 27, 2025
CVE Published
via MITRE·12:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·12:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·01:15 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Oct 7, 57345
Event
via FIRST·11:21 AM
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2025-46673?
CVE-2025-46673 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
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How do I fix CVE-2025-46673?
To fix CVE-2025-46673, upgrade to NASA CryptoLib version 1.3.2 or later.
3
What does CVE-2025-46673 affect?
CVE-2025-46673 affects NASA CryptoLib versions prior to 1.3.2.
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What is the potential impact of CVE-2025-46673?
The potential impact of CVE-2025-46673 is a bypass of the Space Data Link Security protocol.
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What is a Space Data Link Security protocol (SDLS)?
The Space Data Link Security protocol (SDLS) is a security standard used to protect communications in space systems.