CVE-2026-8700

Crypt::DSA versions before 1.20 for Perl generate seeds using rand

Published May 15, 2026 CVSS 3.1 · 7.3 High EPSS < 1% KEV · Not listed
Description
Crypt::DSA versions before 1.20 for Perl generate seeds using rand.

Seeds were generated using Perl's built-in rand function, which is predictable and unsuitable for security usage.

Remediation

Vendor Solution

Upgrade to version 1.20 or later.

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History
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Metrics cvssV3_1

{'score': 7.3, 'vector': 'CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L'}

ssvc

{'options': {'Automatable': 'yes', 'Exploitation': 'none', 'Technical Impact': 'partial'}, 'version': '2.0.3'}

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First Time appeared Timlegge
Timlegge crypt::dsa
Vendors & Products Timlegge
Timlegge crypt::dsa
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Description Crypt::DSA versions before 1.20 for Perl generate seeds using rand. Seeds were generated using Perl's built-in rand function, which is predictable and unsuitable for security usage.
Title Crypt::DSA versions before 1.20 for Perl generate seeds using rand
Weaknesses CWE-331
References
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Status
PUBLISHED
Assigner
CPANSec
Published
Updated
May 18, 2026, 3:04 PM
Reserved
May 15, 2026, 5:20 PM
Status
Deferred
Published
May 15, 2026, 10:16 PM
Modified
Oct 26, 2026, 1:10 PM