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phpBB gen_rand_string() Predictable RNG Weakness

Network Security News – Friday, February 10, 2006 Events

phpBB gen_rand_string() Predictable RNG Weakness

phpBB contains a flaw that may allow a malicious user to gain access to unauthorized privileges. The issue is caused by a poor seeding of the pseudorandom number generator when handling forgotten password requests. This flaw may lead to a loss of confidentiality or integrity.. Read more at osvdb.org/22949

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