Signal is active with 1 mentions in latest observed window
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NVD description
phpMyFAQ is an open source FAQ web application. Prior to version 4.1.4, attachment passwords are hashed using SHA-1, a cryptographically broken algorithm. SHA-1 has been vulnerable to collision attacks since 2017 (SHAttered). Version 4.1.4 fixes the issue.
Priority
LOW
Exploitation
NONE
PoC
NONE
Patch
NONE
Momentum
STABLE
CVE-2026-48488 in phpMyFAQ prior to 4.1.4 uses SHA-1 to hash attachment encryption keys, allowing offline cracking with database access. https://ift.tt/lnWkQRC
Post summary
The post announces CVE‑2026‑48488, detailing how phpMyFAQ’s use of SHA‑1 for attachment key hashing permits offline cracking when a database is accessible, but it does not provide a PoC, exploit code, or evidence of active exploitation.
🔵 phpMyFAQ, Weak Cryptography – SHA1 for Password Hashing, #CVE-2026-48488 (Low) -DC-Jun2026-609 https://dailycve.com/phpmyfaq-weak-cryptography-sha1-for-password-hashing-cve-2026-48488-low-dc-jun2026-609/
Post summary
The article announces CVE‑2026‑48488 detailing weak SHA1 password hashing in phpMyFAQ, rated low severity, with no PoC, exploit, or patch information provided.