CVE-2026-8704
Crypt::DSA versions through 1.19 for Perl use 2-args open, allowing existing files to be modified
Description
Crypt::DSA versions through 1.19 for Perl use 2-args open, allowing existing files to be modified.
INFO
Published Date :
May 15, 2026, 11:16 p.m.
Last Modified :
May 16, 2026, 1:16 a.m.
Remotely Exploit :
No
Source :
9b29abf9-4ab0-4765-b253-1875cd9b441e
Affected Products
The following products are affected by CVE-2026-8704
vulnerability.
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No affected product recoded yet
Solution
- Update Crypt::DSA to version 1.20 or later.
- Review file handling logic for potential issues.
- Ensure secure file operations are implemented.
- Test application for security vulnerabilities.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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CVE-2026-8704.
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
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specific instances of vulnerabilities, CWE categorizes the common flaws or
weaknesses that can lead to vulnerabilities. CVE-2026-8704 is
associated with the following CWEs:
Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC)
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stores attack patterns, which are descriptions of the common attributes and
approaches employed by adversaries to exploit the CVE-2026-8704
weaknesses.
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CVE-2026-8704 vulnerability over time.
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CVE Modified by af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108
May. 16, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Reference http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/05/15/27 -
New CVE Received by 9b29abf9-4ab0-4765-b253-1875cd9b441e
May. 15, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description Crypt::DSA versions through 1.19 for Perl use 2-args open, allowing existing files to be modified. Added CWE CWE-552 Added Reference https://metacpan.org/release/TIMLEGGE/Crypt-DSA-1.20/changes Added Reference https://metacpan.org/release/TIMLEGGE/Crypt-DSA-1.20/diff/TIMLEGGE/Crypt-DSA-1.19#lib/Crypt/DSA/Key.pm