CVE-2012-3287: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2012-3287: Poul-Henning Kamp md5crypt has insufficient algorithmic complexity and a consequently short runtime, which...

Poul-Henning Kamp md5crypt has insufficient algorithmic complexity and a consequently short runtime, which makes it easier for context-dependent attackers to discover cleartext passwords via a brute-force attack, as demonstrated by an attack using GPU hardware.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedSep 16, 2024, 22:14 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

md5crypt runs too quickly for modern password storage. If an attacker obtains password hashes, GPU hardware can make password guessing easier, increasing account compromise risk. The source bundle does not identify specific affected products or vendor patches. Organizations may be exposed where legacy systems, applications, or authentication stores still use md5crypt for password hashes. The provided CVE data lists affected vendor and product as n/a, so exposure must be confirmed locally. Treat this as a legacy credential-risk issue. It is not reported as actively exploited here, but md5crypt can materially reduce the time needed to recover passwords if hashes are stolen. Mitigation focus: Inventory password stores for md5crypt usage.; Check platform or vendor guidance for supported replacement hashing.; Plan migration away from md5crypt where found..

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

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Vulnerability profileCVE Program record

Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jun 13, 2012, 19:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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https://phk.freebsd.dk/sagas/md5crypt_eol/CVE reference

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