CVE-2025-57801

gnark is vulnerable to signature malleability in EdDSA and ECDSA due to missing scalar checks

Description

gnark is a zero-knowledge proof system framework. In versions prior to 0.14.0, the Verify function in eddsa.go and ecdsa.go used the S value from a signature without asserting that 0 ≤ S < order, leading to a signature malleability vulnerability. Because gnark’s native EdDSA and ECDSA circuits lack essential constraints, multiple distinct witnesses can satisfy the same public inputs. In protocols where nullifiers or anti-replay checks are derived from R and S, this enables signature malleability and may allow double spending. This issue has been addressed in version 0.14.0.

Category

8.6
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 4.0 •
EPSS 0.01%
Affected: Consensys gnark
Published at:
Updated at:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-57801?
CVE-2025-57801 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-57801?
To fix CVE-2025-57801, 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-2025-57801 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2025-57801 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-2025-57801?
CVE-2025-57801 affects Consensys gnark.
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