CVE-2018-18587 : Vulnerability Insights and Analysis
Learn about CVE-2018-18587 where BigProf AppGini 5.70 stores passwords using MD5 hash encryption, making them vulnerable to decryption attacks. Find mitigation steps and best practices for enhanced security.
BigProf AppGini 5.70 stores passwords in the database using MD5 hash encryption.
Understanding CVE-2018-18587
BigProf AppGini 5.70 vulnerability related to password storage.
What is CVE-2018-18587?
The passwords in the database are stored by BigProf AppGini 5.70 using the MD5 hash encryption method.
The Impact of CVE-2018-18587
- Passwords stored using MD5 hash are vulnerable to decryption attacks.
- Attackers can potentially retrieve plaintext passwords from the hashed values.
Technical Details of CVE-2018-18587
BigProf AppGini 5.70 vulnerability details.
Vulnerability Description
BigProf AppGini 5.70 stores passwords in the database using the insecure MD5 hash encryption method.
Affected Systems and Versions
- Product: Not applicable
- Vendor: Not applicable
- Version: Not applicable
Exploitation Mechanism
- Attackers can exploit this vulnerability by attempting to decrypt the MD5 hashed passwords stored in the database.
Mitigation and Prevention
Steps to mitigate the CVE-2018-18587 vulnerability.
Immediate Steps to Take
- Avoid using MD5 for password hashing.
- Implement stronger encryption methods like SHA-256 or bcrypt for password storage.
- Encourage users to update their passwords regularly.
Long-Term Security Practices
- Regularly audit and update password storage mechanisms.
- Educate users on creating strong and unique passwords.
Patching and Updates
- Update BigProf AppGini to a version that uses secure password hashing algorithms.