CVE-2026-8881
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.16%
Last modified
CVE-2026-8881 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Version 3.0.7 of the Securly Chrome Extension uses EVP_BytesToKey key derivation with MD5 and a single iteration for AES encryption. MD5 has been broken since 2004 and a single iteration provides no key stretching.. EPSS estimates a 0.16% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Version 3.0.7 of the Securly Chrome Extension uses EVP_BytesToKey key derivation with MD5 and a single iteration for AES encryption. MD5 has been broken since 2004 and a single iteration provides no key stretching.
Metrics
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Securly | Securly | 3.0.7 |
References
- https://kb.cert.org/vuls/id/595768Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-8881?
Version 3.0.7 of the Securly Chrome Extension uses EVP_BytesToKey key derivation with MD5 and a single iteration for AES encryption. MD5 has been broken since 2004 and a single iteration provides no key stretching.
How severe is CVE-2026-8881?
CVE-2026-8881 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.16% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-8881?
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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