CVE-2020-14517CWE-326

Protocol encryption can be easily broken for CodeMeter (All versions prior to 6.90 are affected, including Version 6.90 or newer only if CodeMeter Runtime is…

published September 16, 2020

CVSS
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EPSS
1%
Percentile
51.8
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ A crafty adversary can break the encryption in CodeMeter like it’s a child’s puzzle — easy to piece apart if you know the trick! Think of CodeMeter like a delivery service that forgot to secure its delivery routes. If someone knows the right addresses, they can intercept packages and even alter their contents without anyone noticing. An attacker could remotely communicate with the CodeMeter API, potentially gaining access to sensitive operations that should be tightly guarded. This could lead to unauthorized use of licenses or tampering with protected applications, creating chaos where security should reign!

Put simply

Think of CodeMeter like a delivery service that forgot to secure its delivery routes. If someone knows the right addresses, they can intercept packages and even alter their contents without anyone noticing. This vulnerability allows for the encryption of communication to be easily broken in CodeMeter versions prior to 6.90, especially when the CodeMeter Runtime is running as a server accepting external connections.

What to do

An attacker could remotely communicate with the CodeMeter API, potentially gaining access to sensitive operations that should be tightly guarded. This could lead to unauthorized use of licenses or tampering with protected applications, creating chaos where security should reign! To keep your system safe, upgrade to CodeMeter version 6.90 or newer immediately. Additionally, ensure that external connections are restricted and monitor all API access to prevent unauthorized communication. Regular security audits will also help to catch any sneaky attempts before they escalate! You’ve got this! By following these steps, you can secure your API and keep your digital fort strong. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00679 · 51.8th percentile
Weakness
CWE-326 · Inadequate Encryption Strength
Published
2020-09-16T19:42Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 16 SEP 19:42Z
    Protocol encryption can be easily broken for CodeMeter (All versions prior to 6.90 are affected, including Version 6.90 or newer only if CodeMeter Runtime is…
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