CVE-2023-37495: HCL Domino is susceptible to a weak cryptography vulnerability
Internet passwords stored in Person documents in the Domino® Directory created using the "Add Person" action on the People & Groups tab in the Domino® Administrator are secured using a cryptographically weak hash algorithm. This could enable attackers with access to the hashed value to determine a user's password, e.g. using a brute force attack. This issue does not impact Person documents created through user registration https://help.hcltechsw.com/domino/10.0.1/admin/confuserregistrationc.html .
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2023-37495?
CVE-2023-37495 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability.
How do I fix CVE-2023-37495?
To fix CVE-2023-37495, update to the latest version of HCL Domino that addresses the weak hash algorithm.
What are the risks associated with CVE-2023-37495?
The risks associated with CVE-2023-37495 include potential unauthorized access to sensitive password information due to the cryptographic weakness.
Who is affected by CVE-2023-37495?
Organizations using HCL Domino that have stored passwords in Person documents are affected by CVE-2023-37495.
Can CVE-2023-37495 be exploited remotely?
CVE-2023-37495 requires access to the hashed values, so exploitation typically requires network access or physical access to the affected systems.