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vetkit.py.crypto.weak-rsa-key

An RSA/DSA key shorter than 2048 bits is generated; such keys are within reach of factoring attacks.

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Suite: Security

python

An RSA/DSA key shorter than 2048 bits is generated; such keys are within reach of factoring attacks.

Category: SECURITY · Engine rule severity: WARNING

How to fix it

Generate RSA keys of at least 3072 bits (2048 minimum) or switch to Ed25519 / ECDSA P-256.

References

Source: packages/engine/rules/sast/python.yml.

Generated from shipped rule definitions at build time. Matching is a review signal, not proof of exploitability. “generic” denotes text matching, not complete language or framework coverage. Runtime configuration and available tools affect whether a rule runs.