Vulnerability Description
The arc4random function in the kernel in FreeBSD 6.3 through 7.1 does not have a proper entropy source for a short time period immediately after boot, which makes it easier for attackers to predict the function's return values and conduct certain attacks against the GEOM framework and various network protocols, related to the Yarrow random number generator.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Freebsd | Freebsd | >= 6.4, < 7.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://osvdb.org/50137Broken Link
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32871Broken Link
- http://security.freebsd.org/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-08:11.arc4random.ascVendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1021276Broken LinkThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32447Broken LinkThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://osvdb.org/50137Broken Link
- http://secunia.com/advisories/32871Broken Link
- http://security.freebsd.org/advisories/FreeBSD-SA-08:11.arc4random.ascVendor Advisory
- http://securitytracker.com/id?1021276Broken LinkThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/32447Broken LinkThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2008-5162?
CVE-2008-5162 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.0 (HIGH). The arc4random function in the kernel in FreeBSD 6.3 through 7.1 does not have a proper entropy source for a short time period immediately after boot, which makes it easier for attackers to predict th...
How severe is CVE-2008-5162?
CVE-2008-5162 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2008-5162?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Freebsd Freebsd.