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#42949
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7.5
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1
PT-2017-9351
2016-10-13
7.5
CVE-2016-7798
Openssl
Openssl
The issue arises when the initialization vector (IV) is set before the key in GCM Mode (aes-*-gcm), allowing context-dependent attackers to bypass the encryption protection mechanism. This makes it easier for attackers to exploit the situation.