CVE-2020-36829
First published: Sun Apr 07 2024(Updated: )
The Mojolicious module before 8.65 for Perl is vulnerable to secure_compare timing attacks that allow an attacker to guess the length of a secret string. Only versions after 1.74 are affected.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Mojolicious | >8.65 | |
| Perl 5.30.0 | >1.74 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-36829?
CVE-2020-36829 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for timing attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2020-36829?
To fix CVE-2020-36829, upgrade the Mojolicious module to version 8.65 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2020-36829?
CVE-2020-36829 affects applications using Mojolicious versions prior to 8.65.
What type of attack is related to CVE-2020-36829?
CVE-2020-36829 is related to secure_compare timing attacks that can expose secret string lengths.
What versions of Perl are affected by CVE-2020-36829?
CVE-2020-36829 affects Perl versions prior to 1.74.
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