Insecure encryption algorithm In io.github.javaezlib:javaez

Description

Reversible One-Way Hash in io.github.javaezlib:JavaEZ

Impact

This weakness allows the force decryption of locked text by hackers. The issue is NOT critical for non-secure applications, however may be critical in a situation where the highest levels of security are required. This issue ONLY affects v1.6 and does not affect anything pre-1.6. Upgrading to 1.7 is advised.

Patches

The vulnerability has been patched in release 1.7.

Workarounds

Currently there is no way to fix the issue without upgrading.

References

CWE-327 CWE-328

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Mitigation

Update Impact

Minimal update. May introduce new vulnerabilities or breaking changes.

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