CVE-2024-53846

ssl fails to validate incorrect extened key usage

Description

OTP is a set of Erlang libraries, which consists of the Erlang runtime system, a number of ready-to-use components mainly written in Erlang, and a set of design principles for Erlang programs. A regression was introduced into the ssl application of OTP starting at OTP-25.3.2.8, OTP-26.2, and OTP-27.0, resulting in a server or client verifying the peer when incorrect extended key usage is presented (i.e., a server will verify a client if they have server auth ext key usage and vice versa).

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.07%
Affected: erlang otp
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/erlang/otp/security/advisories/GHSA-qw6r-qh9v-638v

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-53846?
CVE-2024-53846 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-53846?
To fix CVE-2024-53846, 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-2024-53846 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-53846 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-2024-53846?
CVE-2024-53846 affects erlang otp.
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