Vulnerability Description
The SSL 3 HMAC functionality in wolfSSL CyaSSL 2.5.0 before 2.9.4 does not check the padding length when verification fails, which allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact via a crafted HMAC, which triggers an out-of-bounds read.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Wolfssl | Wolfssl | >= 2.5.0, < 2.9.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2014/q2/126Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2014/q2/130Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.wolfssl.com/yaSSL/Blog/Entries/2014/4/11_wolfSSL_Security_Advisory__AVendor Advisory
- http://www.wolfssl.com/yaSSL/Docs-cyassl-changelog.htmlVendor Advisory
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2014/q2/126Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://seclists.org/oss-sec/2014/q2/130Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.wolfssl.com/yaSSL/Blog/Entries/2014/4/11_wolfSSL_Security_Advisory__AVendor Advisory
- http://www.wolfssl.com/yaSSL/Docs-cyassl-changelog.htmlVendor Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-2897?
CVE-2014-2897 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). The SSL 3 HMAC functionality in wolfSSL CyaSSL 2.5.0 before 2.9.4 does not check the padding length when verification fails, which allows remote attackers to have unspecified impact via a crafted HMAC...
How severe is CVE-2014-2897?
CVE-2014-2897 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2014-2897?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Wolfssl Wolfssl.