CVE-2016-6485

Name: CVE-2016-6485
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2017-03-01T20:59:00.22+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 0.85%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2016-6485 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The __construct function in Framework/Encryption/Crypt.php in Magento 2 uses the PHP rand function to generate a random number for the initialization vector, which makes it easier for remote attackers to defeat cryptographic protection mechanisms by guessing the value.. EPSS estimates a 0.85% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The __construct function in Framework/Encryption/Crypt.php in Magento 2 uses the PHP rand function to generate a random number for the initialization vector, which makes it easier for remote attackers to defeat cryptographic protection mechanisms by guessing the value.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

0.85%

53.3th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-327

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Magento	Magento2	All versions

References

http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/19/3Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/27/14Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
https://github.com/magento/magento2/pull/15017
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/19/3Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2016/07/27/14Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
https://github.com/magento/magento2/pull/15017

Timeline

Published: Mar 1, 2017
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2016-6485?

How severe is CVE-2016-6485?

Severity scoring for CVE-2016-6485 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 0.85% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2016-6485?

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