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HIGH · 7.5

CVE-2005-2946

The default configuration on OpenSSL before 0.9.8 uses MD5 for creating message digests instead of a more cryptographically strong algorithm, which makes it easier for remote attackers to forge certif...

Vulnerability Description

The default configuration on OpenSSL before 0.9.8 uses MD5 for creating message digests instead of a more cryptographically strong algorithm, which makes it easier for remote attackers to forge certificates with a valid certificate authority signature.

CVSS Score

7.5

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Attack Vector
NETWORK
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
NONE
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
NONE
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
NONE

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
OpensslOpenssl< 0.9.8
CanonicalUbuntu Linux4.10

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-327

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2005-2946?

CVE-2005-2946 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). The default configuration on OpenSSL before 0.9.8 uses MD5 for creating message digests instead of a more cryptographically strong algorithm, which makes it easier for remote attackers to forge certif...

How severe is CVE-2005-2946?

CVE-2005-2946 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2005-2946?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Openssl Openssl, Canonical Ubuntu Linux.