Vulnerability Description
Spring Security versions 5.3.x prior to 5.3.2, 5.2.x prior to 5.2.4, 5.1.x prior to 5.1.10, 5.0.x prior to 5.0.16 and 4.2.x prior to 4.2.16 use a fixed null initialization vector with CBC Mode in the implementation of the queryable text encryptor. A malicious user with access to the data that has been encrypted using such an encryptor may be able to derive the unencrypted values using a dictionary attack.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Pivotal Software | Spring Security | >= 5.2.0, < 5.2.4 |
| Vmware | Spring Security | >= 4.2.0, < 4.2.16 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://tanzu.vmware.com/security/cve-2020-5408Vendor Advisory
- https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpuApr2021.html
- https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpujan2021.html
- https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpuoct2020.html
- https://tanzu.vmware.com/security/cve-2020-5408Vendor Advisory
- https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpuApr2021.html
- https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpujan2021.html
- https://www.oracle.com/security-alerts/cpuoct2020.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2020-5408?
CVE-2020-5408 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). Spring Security versions 5.3.x prior to 5.3.2, 5.2.x prior to 5.2.4, 5.1.x prior to 5.1.10, 5.0.x prior to 5.0.16 and 4.2.x prior to 4.2.16 use a fixed null initialization vector with CBC Mode in the ...
How severe is CVE-2020-5408?
CVE-2020-5408 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2020-5408?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Pivotal Software Spring Security, Vmware Spring Security.