Incorrect Authorization Affecting github.com/smallstep/certificates/api package, versions <0.29.0
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- published5 Dec 2025
- disclosed3 Dec 2025
- creditGabriel Departout, Andy Russon
Introduced: 3 Dec 2025
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How to fix?
Upgrade github.com/smallstep/certificates/api to version 0.29.0 or higher.
Overview
Affected versions of this package are vulnerable to Incorrect Authorization during the SSH certificate revocation when the SSHPOP provisioner is configured. An attacker can revoke SSH certificates without proper authorization by exploiting insufficient checks during the revocation process.