#VU101955 Information Exposure Through Timing Discrepancy in QuickAssist Technology (QAT) Engine for OpenSSL - CVE-2024-31074

Vulnerability identifier: #VU101955

Vulnerability risk: Low

CVSSv4.0: 1.7 [CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:P/PR:N/UI:N/VC:L/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:U/U:Clear]

CVE-ID: CVE-2024-31074

CWE-ID: CWE-208

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
QuickAssist Technology (QAT) Engine for OpenSSL
Universal components / Libraries / Software for developers

Vendor: Intel

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to sensitive information.

The vulnerability exists due to observable timing discrepancy. A remote attacker can obtain sensitive information.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

QuickAssist Technology (QAT) Engine for OpenSSL: 1.0.0 - 1.6.0

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External links
https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/security-center/advisory/intel-sa-01177.html

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.