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Use of a Broken or Risky Cryptographic Algorithm

CVE-2005-4860

High
7.8/10

Summary

Spectrum Cash Receipting System before 6.504 uses weak cryptography (static substitution) in the PASSFILE password file, which makes it easier for local users to gain privileges by decrypting a password.

  • LOW
  • LOCAL
  • HIGH
  • UNCHANGED
  • NONE
  • LOW
  • HIGH
  • HIGH

CWE-327 - Use of a Broken or Risky Cryptographic Algorithm

The use of a broken or risky cryptographic algorithm is an unnecessary risk that may result in the exposure of sensitive information.

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Advisory Timeline

  • Published