CVE-2026-9638

Description

Crypt::PBKDF2 versions before 0.261630 for Perl generate insecure random values for salts. These versions use the built-in rand function, which is predictable and unsuitable for cryptography.

CVSS Vector

References

• https://metacpan.org/dist/Crypt-PBKDF2/source/lib/Crypt/PBKDF2.pm#L86-93
• https://metacpan.org/release/ARODLAND/Crypt-PBKDF2-0.261630/changes
• http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/06/12/4