Timing Attack Vulnerability in Password Comparison Logic Exposes Sensitive Information
CVE-2024-5124

7.5HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Gaizhenbiao

Status
Gaizhenbiao/chuanhuchatgpt
Vendor
CVE Published:
6 June 2024
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Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 31%

What is CVE-2024-5124?

A vulnerability exists in the password comparison logic of the gaizhenbiao/chuanhuchatgpt repository. Specifically, in version 20240310, the software utilizes the '=' operator in Python for password comparison. This method creates a timing discrepancy during the comparison process, allowing potential attackers to deduce passwords based on the time taken for each character's evaluation. As a result, an attacker who exploits this flaw could systematically guess user passwords, leading to possible unauthorized access and exposure of sensitive information.

Affected Version(s)

gaizhenbiao/chuanhuchatgpt <= unspecified

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2024-5124-poc
Created by XiaomingX

References

https://huntr.com/bounties/e85ec077-930a-4597-975f-9341d2...

EPSS Score

31% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

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

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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