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CVE-2002-1554

First published: Tue Mar 18 2003(Updated: )

Cisco ONS15454 and ONS15327 running ONS before 3.4 stores usernames and passwords in cleartext in the image database for the TCC, TCC+ or XTC, which could allow attackers to gain privileges by obtaining the passwords from the image database or a backup.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Cisco Optical Network Controller=3.2
Cisco Optical Network Controller=3.3.0
Cisco Optical Network Controller=3.1.0
Cisco Optical Network Controller=3.2.0
Cisco Optical Network Controller=3.0

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2002-1554?

    CVE-2002-1554 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the exposure of cleartext credentials.

  • How do I fix CVE-2002-1554?

    To fix CVE-2002-1554, upgrade the Cisco Optical Networking Systems software to version 3.4 or later.

  • What systems are affected by CVE-2002-1554?

    CVE-2002-1554 affects Cisco ONS 15454 and ONS 15327 running versions before 3.4.

  • What can attackers do with CVE-2002-1554?

    Attackers can exploit CVE-2002-1554 to gain unauthorized access by retrieving cleartext usernames and passwords.

  • When was CVE-2002-1554 published?

    CVE-2002-1554 was published in the year 2002.

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