Key duplication in GSDK
CVE-2023-32096

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor
silabs.com
Status
Gecko Platform
Vendor
CVE Published:
18 May 2023

Summary

A vulnerability in the Silicon Labs Gecko Platform SDK allows for the compiler's removal of buffer clearing mechanisms in the function sli_crypto_transparent_aead_encrypt_tag. This oversight can lead to the unintentional duplication of key material in RAM, potentially exposing sensitive information to unauthorized access. It is crucial for users to ensure their systems are up to date to mitigate the risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Gecko Platform 0 < 4.2.2

References

https://github.com/SiliconLabs/gecko_sdk
patch
https://community.silabs.com/sfc/servlet.shepherd/documen...
vendor-advisory

CVSS V3.1

Score:
7.5
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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