CVE-2000-0445
First published: Wed May 24 2000(Updated: )
The pgpk command in PGP 5.x on Unix systems uses an insufficiently random data source for non-interactive key pair generation, which may produce predictable keys.
Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| PGP OpenPGP | =5.0i | |
| PGP OpenPGP | =6.5_linux | |
| PGP OpenPGP | =5.0_linux | |
| =5.0_linux | ||
| =5.0i | ||
| =6.5_linux |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2000-0445?
CVE-2000-0445 has been classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to the potential for predictable key generations.
How do I fix CVE-2000-0445?
To mitigate CVE-2000-0445, upgrade to a version of PGP that uses a better random data source for key generation.
What versions are affected by CVE-2000-0445?
CVE-2000-0445 affects PGP versions 5.0i and 5.0_linux, as well as 6.5_linux.
What is the impact of CVE-2000-0445 on data security?
The impact of CVE-2000-0445 may lead to the compromise of encrypted data due to the generation of predictable encryption keys.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2000-0445?
While upgrading is the best solution, a temporary workaround is to avoid using the pgpk command for non-interactive key generation.
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