https://seclists.org/oss-sec/2023/q4/248: Python Cryptography advisory: CVE-2023-49083 NULL-dereference when loading PKCS7 certificates

Published Nov 29, 2023
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Updated

Affected Software

1 affected component
Python Cryptography<41.0.6, >=3.1
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2023-49083?

CVE-2023-49083 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for NULL-dereference issues when loading PKCS7 certificates.

2

How do I fix CVE-2023-49083?

To fix CVE-2023-49083, upgrade your Python Cryptography library to version 41.0.6 or later.

3

Which versions of Python Cryptography are affected by CVE-2023-49083?

CVE-2023-49083 affects Python Cryptography versions 3.1 and later up to, but not including, version 41.0.6.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2023-49083?

CVE-2023-49083 is a NULL-dereference vulnerability related to the handling of PKCS7 certificates.

5

Is there a proof of concept for CVE-2023-49083?

Yes, a proof of concept for exploiting CVE-2023-49083 is available that demonstrates how to trigger the NULL-dereference issue.

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