CVE-2016-2379

The Mxit protocol uses weak encryption when encrypting user passwords, which might allow attackers to (1) decrypt hashed passwords by leveraging knowledge of client registration codes or (2) gain login access by eavesdropping on login messages and re-using the hashed passwords.
References
Configurations

Configuration 1 (hide)

cpe:2.3:a:pidgin:mxit:-:*:*:*:*:*:*:*

History

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Information

Published : 2017-03-29 20:59

Updated : 2023-12-10 12:01


NVD link : CVE-2016-2379

Mitre link : CVE-2016-2379

CVE.ORG link : CVE-2016-2379


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Products Affected

pidgin

  • mxit
CWE
CWE-326

Inadequate Encryption Strength