Vulnerability Description
Apache::API::Password versions through 0.5.2 for Perl can generate insecure random values for salts. The _make_salt and _make_salt_bcrypt methods will attept to load Crypt::URandom and then Bytes::Random::Secure to generate random bytes for the salt. If those modules are unavailable, it will simply return 16 bytes generated with Perl's built-in rand function. The rand function is unsuitable for cryptographic use. These salts are used for password hashing.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Jdeguest | Apache\ | < 0.5.3, \ |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://metacpan.org/pod/Crypt::URandomProduct
- https://metacpan.org/release/JDEGUEST/Apache2-API-v0.5.2/view/lib/Apache2/API/PaProduct
- https://metacpan.org/release/JDEGUEST/Apache2-API-v0.5.3/changesRelease Notes
- https://security.metacpan.org/docs/guides/random-data-for-security.htmlProduct
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/04/15/4Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/04/15/5Mailing ListThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-5088?
CVE-2026-5088 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Apache::API::Password versions through 0.5.2 for Perl can generate insecure random values for salts. The _make_salt and _make_salt_bcrypt methods will attept to load Crypt::URandom and then Bytes::Ra...
How severe is CVE-2026-5088?
CVE-2026-5088 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-2026-5088?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Jdeguest Apache\.