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HIGH · 7.5

CVE-2022-41859

In freeradius, the EAP-PWD function compute_password_element() leaks information about the password which allows an attacker to substantially reduce the size of an offline dictionary attack.

Vulnerability Description

In freeradius, the EAP-PWD function compute_password_element() leaks information about the password which allows an attacker to substantially reduce the size of an offline dictionary attack.

CVSS Score

7.5

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Attack Vector
NETWORK
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
NONE
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
NONE
Availability
NONE

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
FreeradiusFreeradius< 3.0.0

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-522CWE-200

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2022-41859?

CVE-2022-41859 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). In freeradius, the EAP-PWD function compute_password_element() leaks information about the password which allows an attacker to substantially reduce the size of an offline dictionary attack.

How severe is CVE-2022-41859?

CVE-2022-41859 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2022-41859?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Freeradius Freeradius.