https://seclists.org/oss-sec/2024/q4/38: CVE-2024-9143: OpenSSL: Low-level invalid GF(2^m) parameters lead to OOB memory access

Published Oct 24, 2024
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Updated

Affected Software

1 affected component
OpenSSL OpenSSL

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2024-9143?

CVE-2024-9143 has a low severity rating due to its specific nature of causing out-of-bounds memory access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2024-9143?

To fix CVE-2024-9143, upgrade to the latest version of OpenSSL where the vulnerability has been patched.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2024-9143?

CVE-2024-9143 affects versions of OpenSSL that utilize low-level GF(2^m) parameters.

4

What techniques are exploited in CVE-2024-9143?

CVE-2024-9143 exploits improper validation of low-level GF(2^m) parameters leading to out-of-bounds memory access.

5

Is CVE-2024-9143 exploitable remotely?

CVE-2024-9143's exploitability depends on the application's usage of vulnerable OpenSSL functions, it may be exploitable in specific scenarios.

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