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CVE-2016-8671
The pstm_exptmod function in MatrixSSL 3.8.6 and earlier does not properly perform modular exponentiation, which might allow remote attackers to predict the se…
Impact
The pstm_exptmod function in MatrixSSL 3.8.6 and earlier does not properly perform modular exponentiation, which might allow remote attackers to predict the secret key via unspecified vectors. NOTE: this vulnerability exists because of an incomplete fix for CVE-2016-6887.
Affected products
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions |
|---|---|---|
| Matrixssl | Matrixssl | through 3.8.6 |
Weakness classification
References
- NVD record
- CVE.org record
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/15/2
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/15/8
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95439
- https://blog.fuzzing-project.org/54-Update-on-MatrixSSL-miscalculation-CVE-2016-8671%2C-incomplete-fix-for-CVE-2016-6887.html
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/15/2
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/10/15/8
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/95439
- https://blog.fuzzing-project.org/54-Update-on-MatrixSSL-miscalculation-CVE-2016-8671%2C-incomplete-fix-for-CVE-2016-6887.html