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ID:6862 - Exploit for Inadequate Encryption Strength in Credential Provider - CVE-2021-31796
ID:6862 - Exploit for Inadequate Encryption Strength in Credential Provider - CVE-2021-31796
Published: October 11, 2021
Vulnerability identifier: #VU56270
Vulnerability risk: Medium
CVE-ID: CVE-2021-31796
CWE-ID: CWE-326
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Vulnerable software:
Credential Provider
Credential Provider
Link to public exploit:
Vulnerability description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain access to potentially sensitive information.
The vulnerability exists due to the effective key space used to encrypt the passwords is significantly reduced. A remote attacker can gain access to sensitive information on the target system.
Remediation
Install updates from vendor's website.