Vulnerability Description
Revelation 0.4.13-2 and earlier does not iterate through SHA hashing algorithms for AES encryption, which makes it easier for context-dependent attackers to guess passwords via a brute force attack.
CVSS Score
5.0
MEDIUM
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N
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/76408
- 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/76408
FAQ
What is CVE-2012-2743?
CVE-2012-2743 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Revelation 0.4.13-2 and earlier does not iterate through SHA hashing algorithms for AES encryption, which makes it easier for context-dependent attackers to guess passwords via a brute force attack.
How severe is CVE-2012-2743?
CVE-2012-2743 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-2012-2743?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Mikel Olasagasti Revelation.