CVE-2026-5086
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CVE-2026-5086 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Crypt::SecretBuffer versions before 0.019 for Perl is suseceptible to timing attacks. For example, if Crypt::SecretBuffer was used to store and compare plaintext passwords, then discrepencies in timing could be used to guess the secret password.. EPSS estimates a 0.40% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Crypt::SecretBuffer versions before 0.019 for Perl is suseceptible to timing attacks. For example, if Crypt::SecretBuffer was used to store and compare plaintext passwords, then discrepencies in timing could be used to guess the secret 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 | Update |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nerdvana | Crypt\ | < 0.019 | Secretbuffer |
References
- https://metacpan.org/release/NERDVANA/Crypt-SecretBuffer-0.019/source/ChangesProduct, Release Notes
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/04/13/12Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
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