What is CVE-2022-1252?

CVE-2022-1252 is a vulnerability in the GitHub repository gnuboard/gnuboard5 prior to and including version 5.5.5, which allows an attacker to derive sensitive information through weak encryption algorithms.

How severe is CVE-2022-1252?

CVE-2022-1252 has a severity rating of 9.1 (Critical).

What is the affected software for CVE-2022-1252?

The affected software for CVE-2022-1252 is Gnuboard Gnuboard5 versions up to and including 5.5.5.

How can I fix CVE-2022-1252?

To fix CVE-2022-1252, it is recommended to update Gnuboard Gnuboard5 to a version higher than 5.5.5 that addresses the weak encryption algorithms.

What is the CWE classification for CVE-2022-1252?

CVE-2022-1252 is classified under CWE-326 (Inadequate Encryption Strength) and CWE-327 (Use of a Broken or Risky Cryptographic Algorithm).

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CVE-2022-1252

critical

9.1

CWE

327 326

11/4/2022

2/8/2023

CVE-2022-1252: Weak Encryption

First published: Mon Apr 11 2022(Updated: )

Use of a Broken or Risky Cryptographic Algorithm in GitHub repository gnuboard/gnuboard5 prior to and including 5.5.5. A vulnerability in gnuboard v5.5.5 and below uses weak encryption algorithms leading to sensitive information exposure. This allows an attacker to derive the email address of any user, including when the 'Let others see my information.' box is ticked off. Or to send emails to any email address, with full control of its contents

Credit: security@huntr.dev security@huntr.dev

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Gnuboard Gnuboard5	<=5.5.5

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What is CVE-2022-1252?
CVE-2022-1252 is a vulnerability in the GitHub repository gnuboard/gnuboard5 prior to and including version 5.5.5, which allows an attacker to derive sensitive information through weak encryption algorithms.
How severe is CVE-2022-1252?
CVE-2022-1252 has a severity rating of 9.1 (Critical).
What is the affected software for CVE-2022-1252?
The affected software for CVE-2022-1252 is Gnuboard Gnuboard5 versions up to and including 5.5.5.
How can I fix CVE-2022-1252?
To fix CVE-2022-1252, it is recommended to update Gnuboard Gnuboard5 to a version higher than 5.5.5 that addresses the weak encryption algorithms.
What is the CWE classification for CVE-2022-1252?
CVE-2022-1252 is classified under CWE-326 (Inadequate Encryption Strength) and CWE-327 (Use of a Broken or Risky Cryptographic Algorithm).

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