CVE-2026-5085: CWE-340 Generation of Predictable Numbers or Identifiers in MCRAWFOR Solstice::Session
CVE-2026-5085 describes a vulnerability in Solstice::Session for Perl where session IDs are generated using predictable values. The _generateSessionID method uses an MD5 digest seeded by epoch time, a random hash reference, the built-in rand() function, and the process ID. These sources are predictable or have low entropy, making session IDs guessable. This weakness also affects the _generateID method in Solstice::Subsession. Predictable session IDs could allow attackers to gain unauthorized access to systems relying on these sessions. No official patch or remediation guidance is currently available.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
Solstice::Session versions through 1440 for Perl generate session identifiers insecurely by combining an MD5 digest seeded with predictable or low-entropy values: epoch time, a stringified hash reference, the built-in rand() function (which is seeded with only 16 bits), and the process ID. The same insecure method is used in Solstice::Subsession. Because these inputs can be guessed or predicted, session IDs are vulnerable to prediction attacks, potentially allowing unauthorized access. No CVSS score or vendor advisory is available, and no patch links are provided.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability allows attackers to predict session IDs due to weak entropy in their generation. This can lead to session hijacking or unauthorized access to systems relying on Solstice::Session for session management. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, users should consider implementing additional session management controls or replacing Solstice::Session with a more secure alternative that uses cryptographically secure random number generation for session IDs.
CVE-2026-5085: CWE-340 Generation of Predictable Numbers or Identifiers in MCRAWFOR Solstice::Session
Description
CVE-2026-5085 describes a vulnerability in Solstice::Session for Perl where session IDs are generated using predictable values. The _generateSessionID method uses an MD5 digest seeded by epoch time, a random hash reference, the built-in rand() function, and the process ID. These sources are predictable or have low entropy, making session IDs guessable. This weakness also affects the _generateID method in Solstice::Subsession. Predictable session IDs could allow attackers to gain unauthorized access to systems relying on these sessions. No official patch or remediation guidance is currently available.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
Solstice::Session versions through 1440 for Perl generate session identifiers insecurely by combining an MD5 digest seeded with predictable or low-entropy values: epoch time, a stringified hash reference, the built-in rand() function (which is seeded with only 16 bits), and the process ID. The same insecure method is used in Solstice::Subsession. Because these inputs can be guessed or predicted, session IDs are vulnerable to prediction attacks, potentially allowing unauthorized access. No CVSS score or vendor advisory is available, and no patch links are provided.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability allows attackers to predict session IDs due to weak entropy in their generation. This can lead to session hijacking or unauthorized access to systems relying on Solstice::Session for session management. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, users should consider implementing additional session management controls or replacing Solstice::Session with a more secure alternative that uses cryptographically secure random number generation for session IDs.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- CPANSec
- Date Reserved
- 2026-03-28T19:20:25.997Z
- Cvss Version
- null
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 69dcd01e82d89c981fbb28d7
Added to database: 4/13/2026, 11:14:38 AM
Last enriched: 4/13/2026, 11:17:27 AM
Last updated: 4/13/2026, 12:44:09 PM
Views: 3
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