CVE-2001-1444: High severity KTH KTH Kerberos vulnerability

Published Aug 27, 2001
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Updated

The Kerberos Telnet protocol, as implemented by KTH Kerberos IV and Kerberos V (Heimdal), does not encrypt authentication and encryption options sent from the server, which allows remote attackers to downgrade authentication and encryption mechanisms via a man-in-the-middle attack.

Affected Software

2 affected components
KTH KTH Kerberos=5
KTH KTH Kerberos=4

Event History

Aug 27, 2001
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Apr 21, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2001-1444?

CVE-2001-1444 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential exploitation in a man-in-the-middle attack.

2

How do I fix CVE-2001-1444?

To fix CVE-2001-1444, upgrade to a version of KTH Kerberos that addresses this vulnerability.

3

What systems are affected by CVE-2001-1444?

CVE-2001-1444 affects KTH Kerberos IV and KTH Kerberos V (Heimdal) versions 4 and 5.

4

What are the consequences of CVE-2001-1444?

The consequences of CVE-2001-1444 include the possibility of remote attackers downgrading authentication and encryption methods.

5

Can CVE-2001-1444 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2001-1444 can be exploited remotely through a man-in-the-middle attack by an attacker intercepting communication.

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