QID 981105

QID 981105: Java (maven) Security Update for org.bouncycastle:bcprov-jdk15 (GHSA-fjqm-246c-mwqg)

In the Bouncy Castle JCE Provider version 1.55 and earlier the other party DH public key is not fully validated. This can cause issues as invalid keys can be used to reveal details about the other party's private key where static Diffie-Hellman is in use. As of release 1.56 the key parameters are checked on agreement calculation.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may affect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the targeted user.

  • CVSS V3 rated as Medium - 3.7 severity.
  • CVSS V2 rated as Medium - 4.3 severity.
    • Solution
    Customers are advised to refer to GHSA-fjqm-246c-mwqg for updates pertaining to this vulnerability.
    Vendor References

    CVEs related to QID 981105

    CVE-2016-1000346 |
    Software Advisories
    Advisory ID Software Component Link
    GHSA-fjqm-246c-mwqg org.bouncycastle:bcprov-jdk14 URL Logo github.com/advisories/GHSA-fjqm-246c-mwqg
    GHSA-fjqm-246c-mwqg org.bouncycastle:bcprov-jdk15 URL Logo github.com/advisories/GHSA-fjqm-246c-mwqg
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