Summary
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| CVE ID | CVE-2025-15618 |
| Alert Source | GitHub Advisory - Critical Vulnerability |
| CVE Publication Year | 2025 |
| Date Published | 2026-03-31 |
| Vendor | Perl |
| Product | Business::OnlinePayment::StoredTransaction |
| CVSS Score | 9.1 (critical) |
| EPSS Score | 0.0% (percentile: 6%) |
| CISA KEV | No |
| Ransomware | Not confirmed |
Vulnerability Description
Business::OnlinePayment::StoredTransaction versions through 0.01 for Perl uses an insecure secret key.
Business::OnlinePayment::StoredTransaction generates a secret key by using a MD5 hash of a single call to the built-in rand function, which is unsuitable for cryptographic use.
This key is intended for encrypting credit card transaction data.
Required Actions
Apply vendor patches or mitigations as soon as available.
Who Is Affected?
This vulnerability affects Business::OnlinePayment::StoredTransaction by Perl. Check if your organization uses this software and requires updates.
Sources
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