QID 357370

Date Published: 2024-04-04

QID 357370: Amazon Linux Security Advisory for opensc : ALAS2023-2024-580

A vulnerability was found in opensc where pkcs#1 encryption padding removal is not implemented as side-channel resistant.
This issue may result in the potential leak of private data. (
( CVE-2023-5992) the use-after-free vulnerability was found in the authentic driver in opensc packages, occuring in the card enrolment process using pkcs15-init when a user or administrator enrols or modifies cards.
An attacker must have physical access to the computer system and requires a crafted usb device or smart card to present the system with specially crafted responses to the apdus, which are considered high complexity and low severity.
This manipulation can allow for compromised card management operations during enrolment. (
( CVE-2024-1454)



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Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to a securitybreach or could affect integrity, availability, and confidentiality.

  • CVSS V3 rated as Medium - 5.9 severity.
  • CVSS V2 rated as Medium - 5.4 severity.
    • Solution
    Please refer to Amazon advisory: ALAS2023-2024-580 for affected packages and patching details, or update with your package manager.
    Vendor References

    CVEs related to QID 357370

    CVE-2023-5992 | CVE-2024-1454 |
    Software Advisories
    Advisory ID Software Component Link
    ALAS2023-2024-580 amazon linux 2023 URL Logo alas.aws.amazon.com/AL2023/ALAS-2024-580.html
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