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CVE-2006-0591

UnknownEPSS 0.38%

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CVE-2006-0591 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The crypt_gensalt functions for BSDI-style extended DES-based and FreeBSD-sytle MD5-based password hashes in crypt_blowfish 0.4.7 and earlier do not evenly and randomly distribute salts, which makes it easier for attackers to guess passwords from a stolen password file due to the increased number of collisions.. EPSS estimates a 0.38% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The crypt_gensalt functions for BSDI-style extended DES-based and FreeBSD-sytle MD5-based password hashes in crypt_blowfish 0.4.7 and earlier do not evenly and randomly distribute salts, which makes it easier for attackers to guess passwords from a stolen password file due to the increased number of collisions.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
0.38%

30.2th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
Solar DesignerCrypt Blowfish0.4.7

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-0591?
The crypt_gensalt functions for BSDI-style extended DES-based and FreeBSD-sytle MD5-based password hashes in crypt_blowfish 0.4.7 and earlier do not evenly and randomly distribute salts, which makes it easier for attackers to guess passwords from a stolen password file due to the increased number of collisions.
How severe is CVE-2006-0591?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-0591 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-0591?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST