CVE-2022-37401: Apache OpenOffice Weak Master Keys
Apache OpenOffice supports the storage of passwords for web connections in the user's configuration database. The stored passwords are encrypted with a single master key provided by the user. A flaw in OpenOffice existed where master key was poorly encoded resulting in weakening its entropy from 128 to 43 bits making the stored passwords vulnerable to a brute force attack if an attacker has access to the users stored config. This issue affects: Apache OpenOffice versions prior to 4.1.13. Reference: CVE-2022-26307 - LibreOffice
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What is CVE-2022-37401?
CVE-2022-37401 is a vulnerability in Apache OpenOffice that allows the storage of passwords for web connections in the user's configuration database.
What is the severity of CVE-2022-37401?
The severity of CVE-2022-37401 is high with a severity score of 8.8.
How does CVE-2022-37401 affect Apache OpenOffice?
CVE-2022-37401 affects Apache OpenOffice versions up to and excluding 4.1.13.
How can I fix CVE-2022-37401?
To fix CVE-2022-37401, users should upgrade to Apache OpenOffice version 4.1.13 or higher.
Where can I find more information about CVE-2022-37401?
More information about CVE-2022-37401 can be found at openoffice.org and openwall.com.