7.5
CWE
NVD-CWE-Other
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2002-0322

First published: Fri May 03 2002(Updated: )

Yahoo! Messenger 4.0 sends user passwords in cleartext, which could allow remote attackers to gain privileges of other users via sniffing.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Yahoo Messenger=4.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2002-0322?

    The severity of CVE-2002-0322 is considered high due to the potential for remote attackers to intercept cleartext passwords.

  • How do I fix CVE-2002-0322?

    To fix CVE-2002-0322, upgrade to a later version of Yahoo Messenger that does not transmit passwords in cleartext.

  • What types of attacks does CVE-2002-0322 expose users to?

    CVE-2002-0322 exposes users to sniffing attacks where attackers can capture sensitive information like passwords.

  • Can CVE-2002-0322 affect all users of Yahoo Messenger 4.0?

    Yes, all users of Yahoo Messenger 4.0 are vulnerable to CVE-2002-0322 as it affects the software's basic functionality.

  • Is CVE-2002-0322 still relevant today?

    While Yahoo Messenger is no longer widely used, vulnerabilities like CVE-2002-0322 are relevant as they highlight the risks of cleartext password transmission.

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