CVE-2012-4571

Low

Description

Python Keyring 0.9.1 does not securely initialize the cipher when encrypting passwords for CryptedFileKeyring files, which makes it easier for local users to obtain passwords via a brute-force attack.

SeverityLow
CVSS2.1
Exploit probability—
ProductPython Keyring
PublishedNov 30, 2012
First seenNov 30, 2012

How to fix

Update
  • keyring0.9.2 or later

Affected products

ProductAffected versionsFixed in
python keyring0.9.1—
keyringPyPIv < 0.9.20.9.2

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