CVE-2020-6861

Published May 6, 2020
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Updated

A flawed protocol design in the Ledger Monero app before 1.5.1 for Ledger Nano and Ledger S devices allows a local attacker to extract the master spending key by sending crafted messages to this app selected on a PIN-entered Ledger connected to a host PC.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Ledger Monero<1.5.1
Ledger Nano S
Ledger Nano X

Event History

May 6, 2020
CVE Published
via MITRE·01:15 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·01:15 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2020-6861?

CVE-2020-6861 has a high severity rating due to its potential to expose the master spending key to local attackers.

2

How do I fix CVE-2020-6861?

To fix CVE-2020-6861, update to the Ledger Monero app version 1.5.1 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2020-6861?

Users of the Ledger Monero app prior to version 1.5.1 are affected by CVE-2020-6861.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2020-6861 enable?

CVE-2020-6861 enables local attackers to extract the master spending key through crafted messages.

5

How can I determine if I'm at risk from CVE-2020-6861?

If you are using the Ledger Monero app version older than 1.5.1, you are at risk from CVE-2020-6861.

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