CVE-2013-4347
5.8CVSSMEDIUM
Description
The (1) make_nonce, (2) generate_nonce, and (3) generate_verifier functions in SimpleGeo python-oauth2 uses weak random numbers to generate nonces, which makes it easier for remote attackers to guess the nonce via a brute force attack.
CVSS Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
AV:NAccess VectorNetwork
AC:MAccess ComplexityMedium
Au:NAuthenticationNone
Impact
C:PConfidentialityPartial
I:PIntegrityPartial
A:NAvailabilityNone
Weaknesses
Affected Products
Exploitability
Official Patch Available
References
http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2013/09/12/7
openwall.com
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/62388
securityfocus.com
https://github.com/simplegeo/python-oauth2/issues/9
github.com
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Timeline
Published
May 20, 2014
Last Updated
May 6, 2026
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