CVE-2001-1507: High severity OpenBSD OpenSSH vulnerability

Published Dec 31, 2001
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Updated

OpenSSH before 3.0.1 with Kerberos V enabled does not properly authenticate users, which could allow remote attackers to login unchallenged.

Affected Software

2 affected components
OpenBSD OpenSSH=3.0
OpenBSD OpenSSH=3.0p1

Event History

Dec 31, 2001
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Jul 14, 2005
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2001-1507?

CVE-2001-1507 is considered a critical vulnerability as it allows attackers to bypass authentication and gain unauthorized access.

2

How do I fix CVE-2001-1507?

To fix CVE-2001-1507, upgrade OpenSSH to version 3.0.1 or later to ensure proper user authentication.

3

What affected versions are associated with CVE-2001-1507?

CVE-2001-1507 affects OpenSSH versions 3.0 and 3.0p1 with Kerberos V enabled.

4

What type of attacks can be executed via CVE-2001-1507?

CVE-2001-1507 enables remote attackers to log in without any authentication challenge.

5

When was CVE-2001-1507 disclosed?

CVE-2001-1507 was disclosed in 2001 and addresses significant security flaws in earlier versions of OpenSSH.

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