CVE Catalog

CVE-2003-1390

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

RTS CryptoBuddy 1.2 and earlier stores bytes 53 through 55 of a 55-byte passphrase in plaintext, which makes it easier for local users to guess the passphrase.

Risk Assessment

Storing part of the passphrase in plaintext increases the risk of unauthorized access to the system by local users.

Recommendation

It is recommended to upgrade to a newer version of RTS CryptoBuddy that improves the security of passphrase storage.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

RTS CryptoBuddy 1.2 and earlier stores bytes 53 through 55 of a 55-byte passphrase in plaintext, which makes it easier for local users to guess the passphrase.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS