Vulnerability Description
tgt (aka Linux target framework) before 1.0.93 attempts to achieve entropy by calling rand without srand. The PRNG seed is always 1, and thus the sequence of challenges is always identical.
CVSS Score
5.9
MEDIUM
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/fujita/tgt/compare/v1.0.92...v1.0.93
- https://github.com/fujita/tgt/pull/67
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/09/07/2
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2024/09/07/2
- https://lists.debian.org/debian-lts-announce/2024/11/msg00033.html
FAQ
What is CVE-2024-45751?
CVE-2024-45751 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.9 (MEDIUM). tgt (aka Linux target framework) before 1.0.93 attempts to achieve entropy by calling rand without srand. The PRNG seed is always 1, and thus the sequence of challenges is always identical.
How severe is CVE-2024-45751?
CVE-2024-45751 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.9/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2024-45751?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.