CVE-2012-6085: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2012-6085: The read_block function in g10/import.c in GnuPG 1.4.x before 1.4.13 and 2.0.x through 2.0.19, when importi...

The read_block function in g10/import.c in GnuPG 1.4.x before 1.4.13 and 2.0.x through 2.0.19, when importing a key, allows remote attackers to corrupt the public keyring database or cause a denial of service (application crash) via a crafted length field of an OpenPGP packet.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 6, 2024, 21:21 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

A malformed OpenPGP key could make vulnerable GnuPG versions crash or damage the local public keyring during key import. This primarily threatens systems or workflows that import public keys from outside parties. The sources do not show confirmed active exploitation or a CVSS score. Exposure is most likely on legacy systems still running affected GnuPG versions and importing OpenPGP keys from email, keyservers, build systems, package workflows, or users. Treat as a legacy cryptographic tooling hygiene issue. Prioritize systems that automate key imports or support software supply-chain workflows, because keyring corruption can disrupt trust operations and availability. Mitigation focus: Upgrade GnuPG 1.4.x to 1.4.13 or later.; Upgrade GnuPG 2.0.x using fixed vendor packages beyond affected releases.; Apply relevant distribution advisories from Red Hat, Fedora, Ubuntu, or Mandriva..

Prepared: Jun 24, 2026, 12:04 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jan 24, 2013, 01:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=891142CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
https://bugs.g10code.com/gnupg/issue1455CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
gnupg-public-keys-code-exec(80990)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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