SSLv2 DROWN Attack
The SSLv2 DROWN Attack is a security issue in computer networks. It affects how data is transmitted securely between different computers over the internet.
To understand what the SSLv2 DROWN Attack is, we first need to know what SSLv2 is. SSL stands for Secure Sockets Layer, which is a protocol that allows two computers to communicate with each other in a secure way. SSLv2 is an older version of this protocol that is no longer used today because of security issues.
Now, the DROWN Attack is a way for hackers to take advantage of an SSLv2 vulnerability. Basically, they use a specific method to extract the secret keys used to encrypt data that is transmitted between two computers using an SSLv2 connection. This allows them to intercept and read sensitive information being sent over the network.
To put it simply, it’s like someone stole the key to your diary and was able to read all your secrets that you thought were safe. In the same way, the hackers can read all the sensitive information that was supposed to be encrypted and secure.
To protect against this type of attack, it is important to disable the SSLv2 protocol on all servers and devices that still support it. Upgrading to a newer and more secure encryption protocol, such as TLS, can also help prevent these types of attacks.