CVE-2023-6482

Encryption key derived from static host information

Description

Use of encryption key derived from static information in Synaptics Fingerprint Driver allows an attacker to set up a TLS session with the fingerprint sensor and send restricted commands to the fingerprint sensor. This may allow an attacker, who has physical access to the sensor, to enroll a fingerprint into the template database.

Categories

5.2
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.05%
Vendor Advisory synaptics.com
Affected: Synaptics Synaptics Fingerprint Driver
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.synaptics.com/sites/default/files/2024-01/fingerprint-driver-encryption-key-security-brief-2024-01-26.pdf vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-6482?
CVE-2023-6482 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-6482?
To fix CVE-2023-6482, 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-2023-6482 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-6482 is being actively exploited. 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-2023-6482?
CVE-2023-6482 affects Synaptics Synaptics Fingerprint Driver.
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