CVE-2016-2217 describes a weakness in the OpenSSL address implementation within Socat versions 1.7.3.0 and 2.0.0-b8, where the Diffie-Hellman (DH) key exchange does not utilize a prime number, making it easier for attackers to deduce the shared secret. This vulnerability carries a CVSS v3 score of 5.3 (Medium), indicating a low-complexity network attack that could lead to a loss of confidentiality. Despite its potential impact, there is no evidence of active exploitation, publicly available exploit code, or significant community discussion surrounding this CVE.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
1.7.3.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:dest-unreach:socat:1.7.3.0:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
2.0.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:dest-unreach:socat:2.0.0:b8:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.0
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:N/A:N
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