CVE-2014-3503: Weak RNG
First published: Fri Jul 11 2014(Updated: )
Apache Syncope 1.1.x before 1.1.8 uses weak random values to generate passwords, which makes it easier for remote attackers to guess the password via a brute force attack.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| maven/org.apache.syncope:syncope | >=1.1.0<1.1.8 | 1.1.8 |
| Apache Syncope | =1.1.0 | |
| Apache Syncope | =1.1.1 | |
| Apache Syncope | =1.1.2 | |
| Apache Syncope | =1.1.3 | |
| Apache Syncope | =1.1.4 | |
| Apache Syncope | =1.1.5 | |
| Apache Syncope | =1.1.6 | |
| Apache Syncope | =1.1.7 |
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Reference Links
- https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2014-3503
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/127375/Apache-Syncope-Insecure-Password-Generation.html
- https://github.com/apache/syncope/commit/8e0045925a387ee211832c7e0709dd418cda1ad3
- https://syncope.apache.org/security.html#cve-2014-3503-insecure-random-implementations-used-to-generate-p
- https://web.archive.org/web/20140728093808/http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/68431
- https://web.archive.org/web/20201207014021/http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/532669/100/0/threaded
- http://svn.apache.org/viewvc?view=revision&revision=r1596537
- https://github.com/advisories/GHSA-4c72-mrhf-23cg (Advisory)
- http://syncope.apache.org/security.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/532669/100/0/threaded
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/68431
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2014-3503?
CVE-2014-3503 has a medium severity rating due to its potential for allowing brute force password attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2014-3503?
To fix CVE-2014-3503, upgrade Apache Syncope to version 1.1.8 or later.
Which versions of Apache Syncope are affected by CVE-2014-3503?
CVE-2014-3503 affects Apache Syncope versions 1.1.0 through 1.1.7.
What type of attack does CVE-2014-3503 make possible?
CVE-2014-3503 enables attackers to perform brute force attacks to guess passwords.
What are the implications of CVE-2014-3503 for users?
Users of Apache Syncope prior to version 1.1.8 may be at risk of unauthorized access due to weak password generation.
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