Vulnerability Description
lib/gnutls_pk.c in libgnutls in GnuTLS 2.5.0 through 2.6.5 generates RSA keys stored in DSA structures, instead of the intended DSA keys, which might allow remote attackers to spoof signatures on certificates or have unspecified other impact by leveraging an invalid DSA key.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Gnu | Gnutls | 2.5.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://article.gmane.org/gmane.comp.encryption.gpg.gnutls.devel/3516ExploitPatch
- http://lists.gnu.org/archive/html/help-gnutls/2009-04/msg00018.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34842Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35211
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200905-04.xml
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2009:116
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/34783
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1022158
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2009/1218
- http://article.gmane.org/gmane.comp.encryption.gpg.gnutls.devel/3516ExploitPatch
- http://lists.gnu.org/archive/html/help-gnutls/2009-04/msg00018.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/34842Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/35211
- http://security.gentoo.org/glsa/glsa-200905-04.xml
- http://www.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDVSA-2009:116
FAQ
What is CVE-2009-1416?
CVE-2009-1416 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). lib/gnutls_pk.c in libgnutls in GnuTLS 2.5.0 through 2.6.5 generates RSA keys stored in DSA structures, instead of the intended DSA keys, which might allow remote attackers to spoof signatures on cert...
How severe is CVE-2009-1416?
CVE-2009-1416 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2009-1416?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Gnu Gnutls.