CVE-2022-41859: Infoleak
First published: Tue Jan 17 2023(Updated: )
In freeradius, the EAP-PWD function compute_password_element() leaks information about the password which allows an attacker to substantially reduce the size of an offline dictionary attack.
Credit: secalert@redhat.com
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| FreeRADIUS FreeRADIUS | <3.0.0 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2022-41859?
CVE-2022-41859 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2022-41859?
To fix CVE-2022-41859, upgrade FreeRADIUS to version 3.0.0 or later.
What component is affected by CVE-2022-41859?
CVE-2022-41859 affects the EAP-PWD function in FreeRADIUS.
What type of attack does CVE-2022-41859 facilitate?
CVE-2022-41859 allows attackers to reduce the time needed for an offline dictionary attack.
What information is leaked due to CVE-2022-41859?
CVE-2022-41859 leaks information about user passwords.
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