7.5
CWE
310
Advisory Published
CVE Published
Updated

CVE-2001-1463

First published: Mon Nov 19 2001(Updated: )

The remote administration client for RhinoSoft Serv-U 3.0 sends the user password in plaintext even when S/KEY One-Time Password (OTP) authentication is enabled, which allows remote attackers to sniff passwords.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Solarwinds Serv-u File Server=3.0.0.16
Solarwinds Serv-u File Server=3.0.0.17

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2001-1463?

    CVE-2001-1463 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to the exposure of user passwords in plaintext.

  • How do I fix CVE-2001-1463?

    To mitigate CVE-2001-1463, upgrade to a version of RhinoSoft Serv-U that does not transmit passwords in plaintext.

  • What versions of RhinoSoft Serv-U are affected by CVE-2001-1463?

    CVE-2001-1463 affects RhinoSoft Serv-U versions 3.0.0.16 and 3.0.0.17.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2001-1463 enable?

    CVE-2001-1463 enables attackers to sniff user passwords through unsecured transmission during the remote administration process.

  • Does enabling S/KEY One-Time Password authentication prevent CVE-2001-1463?

    No, enabling S/KEY One-Time Password does not prevent CVE-2001-1463 as the passwords are still sent in plaintext.

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