Vulnerability Description
The crypt_gensalt functions for BSDI-style extended DES-based and FreeBSD-sytle MD5-based password hashes in crypt_blowfish 0.4.7 and earlier do not evenly and randomly distribute salts, which makes it easier for attackers to guess passwords from a stolen password file due to the increased number of collisions.
CVSS Score
LOW
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Solar Designer | Crypt Blowfish | 0.4.7 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- ftp://patches.sgi.com/support/free/security/advisories/20060602-01-U.asc
- http://cvsweb.openwall.com/cgi/cvsweb.cgi/Owl/packages/glibc/crypt_blowfish/cryp
- http://secunia.com/advisories/18772PatchVendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20232Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20653Vendor Advisory
- http://secunia.com/advisories/20782Vendor Advisory
- http://support.avaya.com/elmodocs2/security/ASA-2006-113.htm
- http://www.osvdb.org/23005
- http://www.redhat.com/support/errata/RHSA-2006-0526.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/424260/100/0/threaded
- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2006/0477Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/24590
- https://oval.cisecurity.org/repository/search/definition/oval%3Aorg.mitre.oval%3
- ftp://patches.sgi.com/support/free/security/advisories/20060602-01-U.asc
- http://cvsweb.openwall.com/cgi/cvsweb.cgi/Owl/packages/glibc/crypt_blowfish/cryp
FAQ
What is CVE-2006-0591?
CVE-2006-0591 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 1.2 (LOW). The crypt_gensalt functions for BSDI-style extended DES-based and FreeBSD-sytle MD5-based password hashes in crypt_blowfish 0.4.7 and earlier do not evenly and randomly distribute salts, which makes i...
How severe is CVE-2006-0591?
CVE-2006-0591 has been rated LOW with a CVSS base score of 1.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2006-0591?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Solar Designer Crypt Blowfish.