CWE-326 - Inadequate Encryption Strength
- Abstraction:Class
- Structure:Simple
- Status:Draft
- Release Date:2006-07-19
- Latest Modification Date:2023-06-29
Weakness Name
Inadequate Encryption Strength
Description
The product stores or transmits sensitive data using an encryption scheme that is theoretically sound, but is not strong enough for the level of protection required.
A weak encryption scheme can be subjected to brute force attacks that have a reasonable chance of succeeding using current attack methods and resources.
Common Consequences
Scope: Access Control, Confidentiality
Impact: Bypass Protection Mechanism, Read Application Data
Notes: An attacker may be able to decrypt the data using brute force attacks.
