CVE-2019-16762

Public Exploit
Validator parsing discrepancy due to string encoding in NPM slpjs

Description

A specially crafted Bitcoin script can cause a discrepancy between the specified SLP consensus rules and the validation result of the slpjs npm package. An attacker could create a specially crafted Bitcoin script in order to cause a hard-fork from the SLP consensus. Affected users can upgrade to any version >= 0.21.4.

Category

5.7
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.39%
Third-Party Advisory github.com Third-Party Advisory github.com
Affected: simpleledger slpjs
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/simpleledger/slpjs/security/advisories/GHSA-425c-ccf3-3jrr patch third party advisory exploit
https://github.com/simpleledger/slpjs/commit/ac8809b42e47790a6f0205991b36f2699ed10c84#diff-fe58606994c412ba56a65141a7aa4a62L701 third party advisory patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2019-16762?
CVE-2019-16762 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2019-16762?
To fix CVE-2019-16762, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2019-16762 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2019-16762 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2019-16762?
CVE-2019-16762 affects simpleledger slpjs.
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