7.5
CWE
NVD-CWE-Other
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2000-1037

First published: Wed Nov 29 2000(Updated: )

Check Point Firewall-1 session agent 3.0 through 4.1 generates different error messages for invalid user names versus invalid passwords, which allows remote attackers to determine valid usernames and guess a password via a brute force attack.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Check Point FireWall-1=3.0
Check Point FireWall-1=4.1
Check Point FireWall-1=4.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2000-1037?

    CVE-2000-1037 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for brute force attacks.

  • How do I fix CVE-2000-1037?

    To fix CVE-2000-1037, ensure you upgrade to a version of Check Point Firewall-1 that addresses this vulnerability.

  • What software versions are affected by CVE-2000-1037?

    CVE-2000-1037 affects Check Point Firewall-1 versions 3.0, 4.0, and 4.1.

  • What type of attack is enabled by CVE-2000-1037?

    CVE-2000-1037 enables remote attackers to perform brute force password guessing attacks.

  • How does CVE-2000-1037 compromise user security?

    CVE-2000-1037 compromises user security by allowing attackers to discern valid usernames through differing error messages.

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