CVE-2005-2023: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2005-2023: The send_pinentry_environment function in asshelp.c in gpg2 on SUSE Linux 9.3 does not properly handle cert...

The send_pinentry_environment function in asshelp.c in gpg2 on SUSE Linux 9.3 does not properly handle certain options, which can prevent pinentry from being found and causes S/MIME signing to fail.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 22:15 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This CVE describes a reliability problem in gpg2 on SUSE Linux 9.3 where pinentry may not be found, causing S/MIME signing to fail. The sources do not describe data theft, privilege escalation, or active exploitation. Business urgency is mainly legacy-system risk and possible disruption to signed email workflows. Exposure appears limited to legacy SUSE Linux 9.3 systems using gpg2/GPA S/MIME signing. The affected-product metadata is incomplete, so teams should validate against actual installed packages and vendor advisory records. Low for modern environments, but address promptly if legacy SUSE 9.3 systems still support regulated, signed email, or operational trust workflows. Mitigation focus: Check SUSE-SR:2005:016 for vendor-corrected packages or guidance.; Retire, isolate, or closely manage any remaining SUSE Linux 9.3 systems.; Review gpg2, GPA, and pinentry configuration on affected legacy hosts..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 19:56 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jun 21, 2005, 04:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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[gpa-dev] 20050531 S/MIME signing fails on a SUSE 9.3 systemCVE reference · mailing-list, x_refsource_MLIST

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