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CVE-2024-57854

Dougdude Net::nsca::client vulnerability

9.1 CRITICALEPSS 0.42%
  1. Published5 Mar 2026

Description

Net::NSCA::Client versions through 0.009002 for Perl uses a poor random number generator. Version v0.003 switched to use Data::Rand::Obscure instead of Crypt::Random for generation of a random initialisation vectors. Data::Rand::Obscure uses Perl's built-in rand() function, which is not suitable for cryptographic functions.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredNone
User interactionNone
ScopeUnchanged
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityNone
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N

Affected products

Dougdude Net::nsca::client≤ 0.009002

Remediation

No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.

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Frequently asked

Is CVE-2024-57854 being actively exploited?

CVE-2024-57854 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.42%.

How severe is CVE-2024-57854?

CVE-2024-57854 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.1, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 0.42% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2024-57854?

Affected products include Dougdude Net::nsca::client.

How do I fix CVE-2024-57854?

Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.