Insecure encryption algorithm In request-tracker4
Description
Vulnerability in Best Practical Solutions, LLC's Request Tracker prior to v5.0.8, where the Triple DES (3DES) cryptographic algorithm is used to protect emails sent with S/MIME encryption. Triple DES is considered obsolete and insecure due to its susceptibility to birthday attacks, which could compromise the confidentiality of encrypted messages.
Mitigation
Update Impact
Minimal update. May introduce new vulnerabilities or breaking changes.
Ecosystem | Package | Affected version | Patched versions |
|---|---|---|---|
debian 12 | 4.4.6+dfsg-1.1+deb12u2 | ||
debian 11 | 4.4.4+dfsg-2+deb11u4 | ||
debian 12 | 5.0.3+dfsg-3~deb12u3 | ||
debian 13 | 5.0.7+dfsg-3 | ||
debian 14 | 5.0.7+dfsg-3 |
Aliases
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