Vulnerability Description
Revelation 0.4.13-2 and earlier uses only the first 32 characters of a password followed by a sequence of zeros, which reduces the entropy and makes it easier for context-dependent attackers to crack passwords and obtain access to keys via a brute-force attack.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mikel Olasagasti | Revelation | <= 0.4.13-2 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://knoxin.blogspot.co.uk/2012/06/revelation-password-manager-considered.html
- http://oss.codepoet.no/revelation/issue/61/file-format-magic-string-version-mism
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/06/18/1
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/06/18/3
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/54060
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=421571
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/76407
- http://knoxin.blogspot.co.uk/2012/06/revelation-password-manager-considered.html
- http://oss.codepoet.no/revelation/issue/61/file-format-magic-string-version-mism
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/06/18/1
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2012/06/18/3
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/54060
- https://bugs.gentoo.org/show_bug.cgi?id=421571
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/76407
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-2742?
CVE-2012-2742 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Revelation 0.4.13-2 and earlier uses only the first 32 characters of a password followed by a sequence of zeros, which reduces the entropy and makes it easier for context-dependent attackers to crack ...
How severe is CVE-2012-2742?
CVE-2012-2742 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2012-2742?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Mikel Olasagasti Revelation.