CVE-2024-42475

OAuth library for nim allows insecure generation of state values by generateState - entropy too low and uses regular PRNG instead of CSPRNG

Description

In the OAuth library for nim prior to version 0.11, the `state` values generated by the `generateState` function do not have sufficient entropy. These can be successfully guessed by an attacker allowing them to perform a CSRF vs a user, associating the user's session with the attacker's protected resources. While `state` isn't exactly a cryptographic value, it should be generated in a cryptographically secure way. `generateState` should be using a CSPRNG. Version 0.11 modifies the `generateState` function to generate `state` values of at least 128 bits of entropy while using a CSPRNG.

Category

6.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.05%
Affected: CORDEA oauth
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-42475?
CVE-2024-42475 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-42475?
To fix CVE-2024-42475, 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-2024-42475 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-42475 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-2024-42475?
CVE-2024-42475 affects CORDEA oauth.
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