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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 attackers to conduct brute-force attacks against hashed passwords.

  • Published: Jul 22, 2008
  • Updated: Nov 9, 2025
  • CVE: CVE-2008-3188
  • Severity: High
  • Exploit:

CVSS v3:

  • Severity: High
  • Score: 7.5
  • AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

CVSS v2:

  • Severity: Medium
  • Score: 5
  • AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:N/A:N

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Software From Fixed in
opensuse / opensuse 11.0 11.0.x