CVE-2024-0553 impacts GnuTLS, creating a vulnerability for timing side-channel attacks. This flaw arises from differing response times to malformed ciphertexts during the RSA-PSK ClientKeyExchange. An attacker could exploit this to potentially extract sensitive information.

While CVE-2024-0553 has a CVSS score of 7.5, its SOCRadar Vulnerability Risk Score (SVRS) is 68, indicating a moderate level of risk. This incomplete fix for CVE-2023-5981 means systems remain partially exposed. Exploitation could lead to data leakage, compromising confidentiality. Organizations using GnuTLS should apply relevant patches and monitor for suspicious activity to mitigate potential security risks. The timing vulnerability makes systems susceptible to remote attackers.