CVE-2016-8671 describes a flaw in the pstm_exptmod function of MatrixSSL versions 3.8.6 and earlier, where improper modular exponentiation could allow a remote attacker to predict the secret key. This vulnerability carries a CVSSv3 score of 5.9 (Medium), indicating a network-based attack with high complexity, but potentially leading to high confidentiality impact. Despite its potential, there is no evidence of active exploitation, public exploit code, or significant community discussion surrounding this CVE.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
<= 3.8.6CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:matrixssl:matrixssl:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.0
CVSS:3.0/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
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