Usage of weak encryption algorithm (DES)

• Rule ID: javascript_lang_weak_encryption_des
• Languages: javascript
• Source: weak_encryption_des.yml

Description

Your code is at risk due to the use of DES (Data Encryption Standard), a weak encryption algorithm. This vulnerability can lead to data breaches and compromises your security measures.

Remediations

• Do not use DES as it is outdated and vulnerable to attacks. Its use can significantly weaken your application's security.
• Do opt for stronger encryption algorithms, such as AES (Advanced Encryption Standard), to ensure the confidentiality and integrity of your data.

  const crypto = require("crypto");
  
  const cipher = crypto.createCipheriv("aes-256-cbc", key, iv);
  const encrypted = cipher.update("my secret message", "utf8");

References

• NodeJS Crypto Module

Associated CWE

• CWE-327: Use of a Broken or Risky Cryptographic Algorithm

OWASP Top 10

• A02:2021 - Cryptographic Failures

Configuration

To skip this rule during a scan, use the following flag

bearer scan /path/to/your-project/ --skip-rule=javascript_lang_weak_encryption_des

To run only this rule during a scan, use the following flag

bearer scan /path/to/your-project/ --only-rule=javascript_lang_weak_encryption_des