Vulnerability Description
eCryptfs 104 and earlier uses a default salt to encrypt the mount passphrase, which makes it easier for attackers to obtain user 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Ecryptfs | Ecryptfs-Utils | <= 104 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-01/msg00118.html
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/02/10/16
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/02/17/7
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/02/28/3
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2524-1Vendor Advisory
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/ecryptfs/+bug/906550Exploit
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2016-01/msg00118.html
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/02/10/16
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/02/17/7
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2015/02/28/3
- http://www.ubuntu.com/usn/USN-2524-1Vendor Advisory
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/ecryptfs/+bug/906550Exploit
FAQ
What is CVE-2014-9687?
CVE-2014-9687 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). eCryptfs 104 and earlier uses a default salt to encrypt the mount passphrase, which makes it easier for attackers to obtain user passwords via a brute force attack.
How severe is CVE-2014-9687?
CVE-2014-9687 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-2014-9687?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Ecryptfs Ecryptfs-Utils.