CVE-2013-6078: Medium severity rsa bsafe vulnerability
The default configuration of EMC RSA BSAFE Toolkits and RSA Data Protection Manager (DPM) 20130918 uses the Dual Elliptic Curve Deterministic Random Bit Generation (DualECDRBG) algorithm, which makes it easier for context-dependent attackers to defeat cryptographic protection mechanisms by leveraging unspecified "security concerns," aka the ESA-2013-068 issue. NOTE: this issue has been SPLIT from CVE-2007-6755 because the vendor announcement did not state a specific technical rationale for a change in the algorithm; thus, CVE cannot reach a conclusion that a CVE-2007-6755 concern was the reason, or one of the reasons, for this change.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2013-6078?
CVE-2013-6078 has a high severity rating, as it can significantly compromise cryptographic security.
How do I fix CVE-2013-6078?
To fix CVE-2013-6078, update the EMC RSA BSAFE Toolkits and RSA Data Protection Manager to the latest version that does not use the Dual_EC_DRBG algorithm.
What systems are affected by CVE-2013-6078?
CVE-2013-6078 affects the default configuration of EMC RSA BSAFE Toolkits and RSA Data Protection Manager version 20130918.
What impact does CVE-2013-6078 have on security?
CVE-2013-6078 allows attackers to potentially predict cryptographic keys, thereby compromising the confidentiality and integrity of protected data.
Is CVE-2013-6078 related to the NSA?
Yes, CVE-2013-6078 has been linked to concerns about NSA influence on cryptographic standards, particularly the use of Dual_EC_DRBG.