CVE-2012-2742: Revelation 0.4.13-2 and earlier uses only the first 32 characters of a password followed by a sequence of z...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2012-2742 weakens the protection of Revelation password-manager data. A password longer than 32 characters does not provide full intended strength because only the first 32 characters are used, followed by zeros. If an attacker obtains the encrypted data, cracking it may be easier than expected. Exposure is most likely where legacy Revelation 0.4.13-2 or earlier is still used, especially if password database files, backups, or exported stores are accessible to attackers. Prioritize if the organization used Revelation for sensitive credentials or if old vault files may be exposed. This is not evidenced as actively exploited, but impact can be high if password stores are obtained. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems and users for Revelation 0.4.13-2 or earlier.; Check Revelation or distribution guidance for fixed versions or migration advice.; Restrict access to Revelation data files, exports, and backups..

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Jun 24, 2026, 12:34 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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