Vulnerability Description
The Mxit protocol uses weak encryption when encrypting user passwords, which might allow attackers to (1) decrypt hashed passwords by leveraging knowledge of client registration codes or (2) gain login access by eavesdropping on login messages and re-using the hashed passwords.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Pidgin | Mxit | - |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91335Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.talosintelligence.com/reports/TALOS-2016-0122/Third Party Advisory
- https://pidgin.im/news/security/?id=95Vendor Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201701-38Third Party Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/91335Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.talosintelligence.com/reports/TALOS-2016-0122/Third Party Advisory
- https://pidgin.im/news/security/?id=95Vendor Advisory
- https://security.gentoo.org/glsa/201701-38Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2016-2379?
CVE-2016-2379 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). The Mxit protocol uses weak encryption when encrypting user passwords, which might allow attackers to (1) decrypt hashed passwords by leveraging knowledge of client registration codes or (2) gain logi...
How severe is CVE-2016-2379?
CVE-2016-2379 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2016-2379?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Pidgin Mxit.