# 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

- Severity: no CVSS score reported
- Known exploited (CISA KEV): no
- Published: 2008-07-22 · Updated: 2024-08-07

## Affected

- n/a: version range not reported

## Description

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.

## What to do

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## References

- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/43927
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-07/msg00008.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-security-announce/2008-08/msg00001.html
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30301
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31096
- http://secunia.com/advisories/31339

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