CVE-2024-7701: Misuse of SHA256 to create an encryption key
Use of Password Hash With Insufficient Computational Effort vulnerability in percona percona-toolkit allows Encryption Brute Forcing.This issue affects percona-toolkit: 3.6.0.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/percona-toolkitto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 3.7.1-1 - Upgrade
Upgrade
debian/percona-toolkitto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 3.7.1-5
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2024-7701?
CVE-2024-7701 is considered a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for allowing encryption brute forcing.
How do I fix CVE-2024-7701?
To fix CVE-2024-7701, users should upgrade to a patched version of Percona Toolkit that addresses this vulnerability.
What software is affected by CVE-2024-7701?
CVE-2024-7701 affects Percona Toolkit version 3.6.0.
What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2024-7701?
The nature of CVE-2024-7701 involves the use of password hashing with insufficient computational effort, making it susceptible to brute force attacks.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2024-7701?
Currently, the best approach for CVE-2024-7701 is to ensure you are using a version of Percona Toolkit that has been updated to mitigate this vulnerability.