CVE-2026-64798 in IP Login Plugin
Summary
by MITRE • 07/23/2026
Persistent URL login keys were also generated using a non-cryptographic random generator with insufficient entropy.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/23/2026
Persistent url login keys generated through non-cryptographic random number generators represent a fundamental weakness in authentication systems that directly violates established security principles and standards. This vulnerability creates a pathway for attackers to predict or reproduce session tokens, effectively undermining the core security mechanism designed to protect user access to sensitive systems. The insufficient entropy in these random number generators means that the generated keys lack the mathematical unpredictability required for cryptographic security, making them susceptible to brute force attacks and pattern analysis techniques.
The technical flaw stems from the improper implementation of cryptographic requirements where systems rely on pseudo-random number generators that do not meet the randomness standards necessary for secure session management. According to cwe-330, the use of insufficiently random values in cryptographic contexts creates a direct attack vector for adversaries seeking to compromise authentication mechanisms. This weakness directly maps to attack techniques described in the attack pattern taxonomy under credential access and privilege escalation categories, where attackers can exploit predictable token generation to gain unauthorized system access.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple session hijacking, as compromised login keys can provide attackers with persistent access to user accounts and potentially escalate privileges within the affected systems. When combined with other weaknesses such as weak session management or inadequate key rotation policies, these predictable tokens become particularly dangerous for maintaining long-term unauthorized access. The vulnerability affects not only individual user sessions but also organizational security postures, as compromised keys can be used across multiple systems if the same non-cryptographic generator is employed throughout the infrastructure.
Organizations should implement cryptographic-strength random number generators that meet industry standards such as those specified in nist sp 800-90a for random bit generation and ensure all session management components utilize properly seeded cryptographic random number generators. The mitigation strategy must include immediate replacement of existing non-cryptographic generators with cryptographically secure alternatives, implementation of regular entropy assessment procedures, and establishment of proper key rotation policies to minimize the impact of any potential compromise. Additionally, system administrators should conduct comprehensive audits to identify all instances where non-cryptographic random generation is used for security-critical operations and remediate these findings according to established security frameworks and compliance requirements.