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CVE-2005-3087

5.0 · MEDIUM

The SecureW2 3.0 TLS implementation uses weak random number generators (rand and srand from system time) during generation of the pre-master secret (PMS), which makes it easier for attackers to gue…

Published Sep 27, 2005securew2EPSS 0.99%

Overview

CVE-2005-3087 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting securew2 securew2. It was published on September 27, 2005 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

The SecureW2 3.0 TLS implementation uses weak random number generators (rand and srand from system time) during generation of the pre-master secret (PMS), which makes it easier for attackers to guess the secret and decrypt sensitive data.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from securew2. Update securew2 to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2005-3087?

CVE-2005-3087 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting securew2 securew2. It was published on September 27, 2005 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2005-3087?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 5.0, rated MEDIUM. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2005-3087?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from securew2. Update securew2 to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2005-3087?

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