CVE-2026-9638

HIGH

Crypt::PBKDF2 versions before 0.261630 for Perl generate insecure random values for salts

Title source: cna
STIX 2.1

Description

Crypt::PBKDF2 versions before 0.261630 for Perl generate insecure random values for salts. These versions use the built-in rand function, which is predictable and unsuitable for cryptography.

References (3)

Core 3

Scores

CVSS v3 7.5
EPSS 0.0032
EPSS Percentile 23.1%
Attack Vector NETWORK
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N

CISA SSVC

Vulnrichment
Exploitation none
Automatable yes
Technical Impact partial

Details

CWE
CWE-338
Status published
Products (1)
ARODLAND/Crypt::PBKDF2 < 0.261630
Published Jun 12, 2026
Tracked Since Jun 12, 2026