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CVE-2008-3188

libxcrypt in SUSE openSUSE 11.0 uses the DES algorithm when the configuration specifies the MD5 algorithm, which makes it easier for attacke

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Summary

libxcrypt in SUSE openSUSE 11.0 uses the DES algorithm when the configuration specifies the MD5 algorithm, which makes it easier for attackers to conduct brute-force attacks against hashed passwords.

Timeline

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Affected versions

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References 6

exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com

lists.opensuse.org

securityfocus.com

secunia.com