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CVE-2002-2162

First published: Tue Dec 31 2002(Updated: )

Cerulean Studios Trillian 0.73 and earlier use weak encrypttion (XOR) for storing user passwords in .ini files in the Trillian directory, which allows local users to gain access to other user accounts.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Cerulean Studios Trillian=0.6351
Cerulean Studios Trillian=0.73
Cerulean Studios Trillian=0.725

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2002-2162?

    CVE-2002-2162 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential exposure of user passwords.

  • How do I fix CVE-2002-2162?

    To fix CVE-2002-2162, upgrade to a later version of Trillian that does not use weak encryption for password storage.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2002-2162?

    Users of Cerulean Studios Trillian versions 0.73 and earlier are affected by CVE-2002-2162.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2002-2162?

    CVE-2002-2162 is a local security vulnerability related to weak encryption methods used for password storage.

  • Can CVE-2002-2162 be exploited remotely?

    No, CVE-2002-2162 can only be exploited by local users with access to the affected machine.

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