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Vulnerability DatabaseCVE-2022-45146
CVE-2022-45146:
Java vulnerability analysis and mitigation
Overview
A vulnerability was discovered in the FIPS Java API of Bouncy Castle BC-FJA before version 1.0.2.4. The issue was identified in November 2022 and affects the Java Virtual Machine (JVM) garbage collector functionality in Java 13 and later versions (CVE Mitre, NVD).
Technical details
The vulnerability stems from changes to the JVM garbage collector in Java 13 and later versions, which triggers an issue in the BC-FJA FIPS modules. The problem occurs when temporary keys used by the module can be zeroed out while still in use by the module, potentially leading to errors or information loss (NVD).
Impact
When exploited, this vulnerability can result in errors during cryptographic operations and potential information loss due to the premature zeroing of temporary keys that are still in active use by the FIPS module (NVD).
Mitigation and workarounds
The vulnerability has been addressed in BC-FJA version 1.0.2.4. Users should upgrade to this version or later to mitigate the issue (Red Hat Portal).
Additional resources
Source: This report was generated using AI
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