CVE-2020-6174 Incorrect threshold signature computation in TUF
Attackers can bypass cryptographic signature verification in the TUF library, potentially allowing the installation of malicious software updates.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- Available
What is CVE-2020-6174?
CVE-2020-6174 is a critical vulnerability in n/a, published on 5 Feb 2020. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
TUF (aka The Update Framework) through 0.12.1 has Improper Verification of a Cryptographic Signature.
Weakness: CWE-347
Which versions are affected by CVE-2020-6174?
3 open source packages ship an affected version, including tuf. It affects 1 product.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
tuf PyPI | All versions | 0.12.2 |
tuf PyPI | All versions | 0.12.2 |
tuf PyPI | All versions | 0.12.2 |
Products include Linuxfoundation the Update Framework.
How do I fix CVE-2020-6174?
Upgrade tuf to 0.12.2 or later.
Is CVE-2020-6174 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2020-6174 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Other vulnerabilities in n/a
Sources
Also known as GHSA-pwqf-9h7j-7mv8, PYSEC-2020-147.