CVE-2026-8704
Description
A flaw was found in Crypt-DSA for Perl. This vulnerability arises from the insecure use of the open function with two arguments, which can allow an attacker to modify existing files. This could lead to unauthorized alteration of data, impacting the integrity of the system.
Statement
Red Hat Product Security has determined that this vulnerability does not affect any currently supported Red Hat product. This assessment may evolve based on further analysis and discovery. For more information about this vulnerability and the products it affects, please see the linked references.
Mitigation
Mitigation for this issue is either not available or the currently available options do not meet the Red Hat Product Security criteria comprising ease of use and deployment, applicability to widespread installation base, or stability.
Understanding the Weakness (CWE)
Confidentiality,Integrity
Technical Impact: Read Application Data; Modify Application Data
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