Vulnerability Description
A timing-based side-channel flaw was found in libgcrypt's RSA implementation. This issue may allow a remote attacker to initiate a Bleichenbacher-style attack, which can lead to the decryption of RSA ciphertexts.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2024:9404
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:3530
- https://access.redhat.com/errata/RHSA-2025:3534
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2024-2236
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2245218
- https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2024-2236
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2245218
- https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2268268
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-2236?
CVE-2024-2236 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.9 (MEDIUM). A timing-based side-channel flaw was found in libgcrypt's RSA implementation. This issue may allow a remote attacker to initiate a Bleichenbacher-style attack, which can lead to the decryption of RSA ...
How severe is CVE-2024-2236?
CVE-2024-2236 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-2024-2236?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.