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CVE-2000-0559: Weak Encryption

First published: Wed Jun 07 2000(Updated: )

eTrust Intrusion Detection System (formerly SessionWall-3) uses weak encryption (XOR) to store administrative passwords in the registry, which allows local users to easily decrypt the passwords.

Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Broadcom eTrust Intrusion Detection<=1.4.1.13

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2000-0559?

    CVE-2000-0559 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the weak encryption of administrative passwords.

  • How do I fix CVE-2000-0559?

    To fix CVE-2000-0559, update the eTrust Intrusion Detection System to a version higher than 1.4.1.13 that addresses this encryption issue.

  • What software is affected by CVE-2000-0559?

    CVE-2000-0559 affects Broadcom eTrust Intrusion Detection versions up to and including 1.4.1.13.

  • What type of encryption vulnerability is described in CVE-2000-0559?

    CVE-2000-0559 describes a vulnerability where weak XOR encryption is used to store passwords.

  • Can local users exploit CVE-2000-0559?

    Yes, local users can exploit CVE-2000-0559 to easily decrypt administrative passwords stored in the registry.

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