CVE-2008-3188

libxcrypt in SUSE openSUSE 11.0 uses the DES algorithm when the configuration specifies the MD5 algorithm, which makes it easier for attackers to conduct brute-force attacks against hashed passwords.

Date published : 2008-07-22

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/30301

http://secunia.com/advisories/31096