Cookie-encrypter v1.0.1 Vulnerable to Bit Flipping Attack
CVE-2024-53441

9.1CRITICAL

Key Information:

Vendor

cookie-encrypter

Status
cookie-encrypter
Vendor
CVE Published:
9 December 2024

What is CVE-2024-53441?

A security flaw has been identified in the index.js decryptCookie function of the cookie-encrypter library version 1.0.1. This vulnerability enables attackers to manipulate encrypted data through bit flipping, potentially allowing unauthorized access or alteration of sensitive information. Proper input validation and robust cryptographic practices should be implemented to mitigate these risks and enhance data security for applications relying on this library.

References

https://gist.github.com/mathysEthical/f45f1503f87381090e3...
https://mathys.reboux.pro/CVE/2024/53441

CVSS V3.1

Score:
9.1
Severity:
CRITICAL
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

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