CVE-2026-6656
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CVE-2026-6656 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Crypt::Password versions through 0.28 for Perl are susceptible to timing attacks. The check_password method uses the built-in eq operator. This allows discrepancies in timing to be used to guess the underlying hash.. EPSS estimates a 0.14% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Crypt::Password versions through 0.28 for Perl are susceptible to timing attacks. The check_password method uses the built-in eq operator. This allows discrepancies in timing to be used to guess the underlying hash.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| DRSTEVE | Crypt::Password | <= 0.28 |
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Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Deferred
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