Vulnerability Description
Bramble Handshake Protocol (BHP) in Briar before 1.5.3 is not forward secure: eavesdroppers can decrypt network traffic between two accounts if they later compromise both accounts. NOTE: the eavesdropping is typically impractical because BHP runs over an encrypted session that uses the Tor hidden service protocol.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Briarproject | Briar | < 1.5.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://briarproject.org/news/2023-three-security-issues-found-and-fixed/Vendor Advisory
- https://ethz.ch/content/dam/ethz/special-interest/infk/inst-infsec/appliedcryptoExploitTechnical DescriptionThird Party Advisory
- https://briarproject.org/news/2023-three-security-issues-found-and-fixed/Vendor Advisory
- https://ethz.ch/content/dam/ethz/special-interest/infk/inst-infsec/appliedcryptoExploitTechnical DescriptionThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2023-33982?
CVE-2023-33982 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.9 (MEDIUM). Bramble Handshake Protocol (BHP) in Briar before 1.5.3 is not forward secure: eavesdroppers can decrypt network traffic between two accounts if they later compromise both accounts. NOTE: the eavesdrop...
How severe is CVE-2023-33982?
CVE-2023-33982 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2023-33982?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Briarproject Briar.