CVE-2025-56608: Medium severity Sourcecodester Coronavirus Tracker App India vulnerability
The SourceCodester Android application "Corona Virus Tracker App India" 1.0 uses MD5 for digest authentication in OkHttpClientWrapper.java. The handleDigest() function employs MessageDigest.getInstance("MD5") to hash credentials. MD5 is a broken cryptographic algorithm known to allow hash collisions. This makes the authentication mechanism vulnerable to replay, spoofing, or brute-force attacks, potentially leading to unauthorized access. The vulnerability corresponds to CWE-327 and aligns with OWASP M5: Insufficient Cryptography and MASVS MSTG-CRYPTO-4.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-56608?
CVE-2025-56608 has a medium severity due to the use of MD5 for digest authentication which is vulnerable to hash collision attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2025-56608?
To fix CVE-2025-56608, replace the MD5 hashing algorithm with a more secure algorithm such as SHA-256 in the authentication process.
What vulnerabilities does CVE-2025-56608 introduce?
CVE-2025-56608 introduces risks of credential compromise and unauthorized access due to the weak MD5 algorithm.
Which version of the application is affected by CVE-2025-56608?
CVE-2025-56608 affects version 1.0 of the Corona Virus Tracker App India application.
Is CVE-2025-56608 a widespread vulnerability?
CVE-2025-56608 may not be widespread but poses a significant risk to users of the affected application if not addressed.