CVE-2024-38532

TEST_KEY used in example dcp_tool reference implementation

Description

The NXP Data Co-Processor (DCP) is a built-in hardware module for specific NXP SoCs¹ that implements a dedicated AES cryptographic engine for encryption/decryption operations. The dcp_tool reference implementation included in the repository selected the test key, regardless of its `-t` argument. This issue has been patched in commit 26a7.

Category

7.1
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.07%
Affected: usbarmory mxs-dcp
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/usbarmory/mxs-dcp/security/advisories/GHSA-g85c-rh49-p8cq
https://github.com/usbarmory/mxs-dcp/commit/e5a99cb3d9429e6145495da7d01525c75af426a7

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-38532?
CVE-2024-38532 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-38532?
To fix CVE-2024-38532, 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-2024-38532 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-38532 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-2024-38532?
CVE-2024-38532 affects usbarmory mxs-dcp.
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