Vulnerability Description
Integer overflow in wxBitcoin and bitcoind before 0.3.11 allows remote attackers to bypass intended economic restrictions and create many bitcoins via a crafted Bitcoin transaction.
CVSS Score
7.5
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Bitcoin | Bitcoin Core | <= 0.3.10 |
| Bitcoin | Wxbitcoin | <= 0.3.10 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=822.0Exploit
- https://en.bitcoin.it/wiki/CVEsVendor Advisory
- https://bitcointalk.org/index.php?topic=822.0Exploit
- https://en.bitcoin.it/wiki/CVEsVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2010-5139?
CVE-2010-5139 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Integer overflow in wxBitcoin and bitcoind before 0.3.11 allows remote attackers to bypass intended economic restrictions and create many bitcoins via a crafted Bitcoin transaction.
How severe is CVE-2010-5139?
CVE-2010-5139 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-2010-5139?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Bitcoin Bitcoin Core, Bitcoin Wxbitcoin.