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PRNG Seed Error
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Last revision (mm/dd/yy): 02/27/2009
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Description
The incorrect use of a seed by a Psuedo Random Number Generator [1] . A seed error is usually brought on through the erroneous generation or application of a seed state.
Risk Factors
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Examples
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Related Attacks
The application of a seed state that is known to an attacker can lead to a permanent compromise attack [2].
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