CVE-2007-0163

CVE-2007-0163 is a high-severity vulnerability in Securekit Securekit Steganography with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

SecureKit Steganography 1.7.1 and 1.8 embeds password information in the carrier file, which allows remote attackers to bypass authentication requirements and decrypt embedded steganography by replacing the last 20 bytes of the JPEG image with alternate password information.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2007-0163?
SecureKit Steganography 1.7.1 and 1.8 embeds password information in the carrier file, which allows remote attackers to bypass authentication requirements and decrypt embedded steganography by replacing the last 20 bytes of the JPEG image with alternate password information.
How severe is CVE-2007-0163?
CVE-2007-0163 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.8, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2007-0163 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (78th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2007-0163?
CVE-2007-0163 primarily affects Securekit Securekit Steganography. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2007-0163?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2007-0163 published?
CVE-2007-0163 was published on 2007-01-10 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (2)