CVE-2017-7252
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.32%
Last modified
CVE-2017-7252 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. bcrypt password hashing in Botan before 2.1.0 does not correctly handle passwords with a length between 57 and 72 characters, which makes it easier for attackers to determine the cleartext password.. EPSS estimates a 0.32% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
bcrypt password hashing in Botan before 2.1.0 does not correctly handle passwords with a length between 57 and 72 characters, which makes it easier for attackers to determine the cleartext password.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Botan Project | Botan | >= 1.11.0, < 2.1.0 |
References
- https://botan.randombit.net/security.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.suse.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1034591Issue Tracking
- https://botan.randombit.net/security.htmlVendor Advisory
- https://bugzilla.suse.com/show_bug.cgi?id=1034591Issue Tracking
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2017-7252?
bcrypt password hashing in Botan before 2.1.0 does not correctly handle passwords with a length between 57 and 72 characters, which makes it easier for attackers to determine the cleartext password.
How severe is CVE-2017-7252?
CVE-2017-7252 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.32% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2017-7252?
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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