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MEDIUM · 5.5

CVE-2024-58036

Net::Dropbox::API 1.9 and earlier for Perl uses the rand() function as the default source of entropy, which is not cryptographically secure, for cryptographic functions. Specifically Net::Dropbox::AP...

Vulnerability Description

Net::Dropbox::API 1.9 and earlier for Perl uses the rand() function as the default source of entropy, which is not cryptographically secure, for cryptographic functions. Specifically Net::Dropbox::API uses the Data::Random library which specifically states that it is "Useful mostly for test programs". Data::Random uses the rand() function.

CVSS Score

5.5

MEDIUM

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L
Attack Vector
NETWORK
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
LOW
User Interaction
REQUIRED
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
LOW
Integrity
LOW
Availability
LOW

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
Norbu09Net\<= 1.9, \

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-338CWE-331

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2024-58036?

CVE-2024-58036 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). Net::Dropbox::API 1.9 and earlier for Perl uses the rand() function as the default source of entropy, which is not cryptographically secure, for cryptographic functions. Specifically Net::Dropbox::AP...

How severe is CVE-2024-58036?

CVE-2024-58036 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2024-58036?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Norbu09 Net\.