CVE-2011-4576
Overview
CVE-2011-4576 is a known-severity vulnerability affecting openssl openssl. It was published on January 6, 2012.
Technical Description
The SSL 3.0 implementation in OpenSSL before 0.9.8s and 1.x before 1.0.0f does not properly initialize data structures for block cipher padding, which might allow remote attackers to obtain sensitive information by decrypting the padding data sent by an SSL peer.
Remediation
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from openssl. Update openssl to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| openssl | openssl | 0 | Affected |
References
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2011-4576?
CVE-2011-4576 is a known-severity vulnerability affecting openssl openssl. It was published on January 6, 2012.
How severe is CVE-2011-4576?
CVSS score information is not yet available for this vulnerability. Check back as the CVE record is updated by NVD analysts.
How do I fix or remediate CVE-2011-4576?
Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from openssl. Update openssl to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.
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