Vulnerability Description
matrix-rust-sdk is an implementation of a Matrix client-server library in Rust. The `UserIdentity::is_verified()` method in the matrix-sdk-crypto crate before version 0.7.2 doesn't take into account the verification status of the user's own identity while performing the check and may as a result return a value contrary to what is implied by its name and documentation. If the method is used to decide whether to perform sensitive operations towards a user identity, a malicious homeserver could manipulate the outcome in order to make the identity appear trusted. This is not a typical usage of the method, which lowers the impact. The method itself is not used inside the `matrix-sdk-crypto` crate. The 0.7.2 release of the `matrix-sdk-crypto` crate includes a fix. All users are advised to upgrade. There are no known workarounds for this vulnerability.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-rust-sdk/commit/76a7052149bb8f722df12da915b
- https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-rust-sdk/security/advisories/GHSA-4qg4-cvh2
- https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-rust-sdk/commit/76a7052149bb8f722df12da915b
- https://github.com/matrix-org/matrix-rust-sdk/security/advisories/GHSA-4qg4-cvh2
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-40648?
CVE-2024-40648 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.4 (MEDIUM). matrix-rust-sdk is an implementation of a Matrix client-server library in Rust. The `UserIdentity::is_verified()` method in the matrix-sdk-crypto crate before version 0.7.2 doesn't take into account t...
How severe is CVE-2024-40648?
CVE-2024-40648 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.4/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-40648?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.