# CVE-2007-5502: The PRNG implementation for the OpenSSL FIPS Object Module 1.1.1 does not perform auto-seeding during the FIPS self-test, which generates ra

- Severity: no CVSS score reported
- Known exploited (CISA KEV): no
- Published: 2007-12-01 · Updated: 2024-08-07

## Affected

- n/a: version range not reported

## Description

The PRNG implementation for the OpenSSL FIPS Object Module 1.1.1 does not perform auto-seeding during the FIPS self-test, which generates random data that is more predictable than expected and makes it easier for attackers to bypass protection mechanisms that rely on the randomness.

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## References

- http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2007/4044
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/26652
- http://www.securitytracker.com/id?1019029
- http://www.openssl.org/news/secadv_20071129.txt
- http://secunia.com/advisories/27859
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/38796
- http://www.kb.cert.org/vuls/id/150249

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