CVE-2002-1446

CVE-2002-1446 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Ncipher Pkcs 11 Library with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

The error checking routine used for the C_Verify call on a symmetric verification key in the nCipher PKCS#11 library 1.2.0 and later returns the CKR_OK status even when it detects an invalid signature, which could allow remote attackers to modify or forge messages.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2002-1446?
The error checking routine used for the C_Verify call on a symmetric verification key in the nCipher PKCS#11 library 1.2.0 and later returns the CKR_OK status even when it detects an invalid signature, which could allow remote attackers to modify or forge messages.
How severe is CVE-2002-1446?
CVE-2002-1446 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-2002-1446 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (68th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2002-1446?
CVE-2002-1446 affects Ncipher Pkcs 11 Library. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2002-1446?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-2002-1446 published?
CVE-2002-1446 was published on 2002-08-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)