CVE-2024-58036

Net::Dropbox::API 1.9 and earlier for Perl uses insecure rand() function for cryptographic functions

Description

Net::Dropbox::API 1.9 and earlier for Perl uses the rand() function as the default source of entropy, which is not cryptographically secure, for cryptographic functions. Specifically Net::Dropbox::API uses the Data::Random library which specifically states that it is "Useful mostly for test programs". Data::Random uses the rand() function.

Category

5.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.06%
Affected: NORBU Net::Dropbox::API
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://perldoc.perl.org/functions/rand product
https://security.metacpan.org/docs/guides/random-data-for-security.html product
https://metacpan.org/release/BAREFOOT/Data-Random-0.13/source/lib/Data/Random.pm#L537 product
https://metacpan.org/release/NORBU/Net-Dropbox-API-1.9/source/lib/Net/Dropbox/API.pm#L385 product
https://metacpan.org/release/NORBU/Net-Dropbox-API-1.9/source/lib/Net/Dropbox/API.pm#L11 product

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2024-58036?
CVE-2024-58036 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2024-58036?
To fix CVE-2024-58036, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2024-58036 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2024-58036 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2024-58036?
CVE-2024-58036 affects NORBU Net::Dropbox::API.
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