CVE-2007-5502 describes a weakness in the OpenSSL FIPS Object Module 1.1.1, where its pseudorandom number generator (PRNG) fails to auto-seed during FIPS self-tests. This flaw results in more predictable random data, making it easier for attackers to circumvent security mechanisms relying on strong randomness. With a CVSS score of 6.4, this vulnerability is of medium severity, requiring no authentication and low attack complexity, potentially leading to partial confidentiality and integrity compromise. There is no evidence of active exploitation, public exploit code, or significant community discussion surrounding this CVE.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
1.1.1CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:openssl:fips_object_module:1.1.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:N
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