CVE-2008-0166

High

Description

OpenSSL 0.9.8c-1 up to versions before 0.9.8g-9 on Debian-based operating systems uses a random number generator that generates predictable numbers, which makes it easier for remote attackers to conduct brute force guessing attacks against cryptographic keys.

SeverityHigh
CVSS7.5
Exploit probability—
ProductOpenssl
PublishedMay 13, 2008
First seenMay 13, 2008

How to fix

Sources list no fixed version or patch link for this vulnerability.

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
openssl openssl0.9.8c-1 ≤ v ≤ 0.9.8g—
canonical ubuntu_linux6.06, 7.04, 7.10, 8.04—
debian debian_linux4.0—

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CVE-2008-0166 · Openssl · Dark Radar