RSA Key Vulnerability in Intel Wireless WiMAX Connection Devices
CVE-2013-4218

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor
Intel
Status
Wimax Network Service
Vendor
CVE Published:
25 August 2013

Summary

The InitMethodAndPassword function in the Intel WiMAX Network Service utilizes the same RSA private key across all systems, specifically in the supplicant_key.pem file. This flaw permits local users to potentially access sensitive information via unspecified decryption processes, posing a significant risk to the confidentiality of data transmitted over the network. Users of Intel Wireless WiMAX Connection 2400 devices should be aware of this vulnerability and take necessary precautions to protect their network integrity.

References

http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2013/08/08/17
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https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=911126
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Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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