CVE-2024-56370
Medium
Description
Net::Xero 0.044 and earlier for Perl uses the rand() function as the default source of entropy, which is not cryptographically secure, for cryptographic functions. Specifically Net::Xero uses the Data::Random library which specifically states that it is "Useful mostly for test programs". Data::Random uses the rand() function.
SeverityMedium
CVSS6.5
Exploit probability—
ProductNet::Xero
PublishedApr 5, 2025
First seenApr 5, 2025
Weakness typeCWE-338CWE-338CWE-331CWE-331
How to fix
Sources list no fixed version or patch link for this vulnerability.
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| ELLIOTT Net::Xero | v ≤ 0.44 | — |
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