CVE-2005-2946
High
Description
The default configuration on OpenSSL before 0.9.8 uses MD5 for creating message digests instead of a more cryptographically strong algorithm, which makes it easier for remote attackers to forge certificates with a valid certificate authority signature.
SeverityHigh
CVSS7.5
Exploit probability—
Product
Openssl
PublishedSep 16, 2005
First seenSep 16, 2005
How to fix
Update
- openssl openssl0.9.8 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| openssl openssl | v < 0.9.8 | 0.9.8 |
| canonical ubuntu_linux | 4.10, 5.04 | — |
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