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CVE-2023-53159

The openssl crate before 0.10.55 for Rust allows an out-of-bounds read via an em...

Medium CVSS 4.5

Overview

The openssl crate before 0.10.55 for Rust allows an out-of-bounds read via an empty string to X509VerifyParamRef::set_host.

CWE: CWE-126 Published: 2025-07-28T03:15:23.193
Risk analysis

This vulnerability is rated 🟡 MEDIUM.

  • CVSS: 4.5 (MEDIUM)
  • Detected tags: oob_read (tag impact: LOW)

Recommended actions:

  • Prioritize remediation based on business criticality and exposure.
  • Limit exposure and increase monitoring until fixed.

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