CVE-2023-48056 PyPinkSign uses a non-random or static IV for Cipher Block Chaining (CBC) mode in AES encryption
PyPinkSign uses static IVs in AES-CBC, allowing attackers to potentially decrypt communications and disclose sensitive information.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2023-48056?
CVE-2023-48056 is a high-severity vulnerability in n/a, published on 16 Nov 2023. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
PyPinkSign v0.5.1 uses a non-random or static IV for Cipher Block Chaining (CBC) mode in AES encryption. This vulnerability can lead to the disclosure of information and communications.
Weakness: CWE-330
Which versions are affected by CVE-2023-48056?
3 open source packages ship an affected version, including pypinksign. It affects 1 product.
| Package | Affected | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
pypinksign PyPI | All versions | None |
pypinksign PyPI | All versions to 0.5.1 | None |
pypinksign PyPI | All versions to 0.5.1 | None |
Products include Bandoche Pypinksign.
How do I fix CVE-2023-48056?
No fix has been published for CVE-2023-48056 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Is CVE-2023-48056 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2023-48056 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-fxff-wxxv-c2jc, PYSEC-2023-245.