CVE-2003-0637: Medium severity Novell iChain vulnerability

Published Aug 2, 2003
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Updated

Novell iChain 2.2 before Support Pack 1 uses a shorter timeout for a non-existent user than a valid user, which makes it easier for remote attackers to guess usernames and conduct brute force password guessing.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Novell iChain=2.2

Event History

Aug 2, 2003
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description
Aug 27, 2003
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2003-0637?

CVE-2003-0637 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for username enumeration and brute force password guessing.

2

How do I fix CVE-2003-0637?

To fix CVE-2003-0637, update Novell iChain to version 2.2 Support Pack 1 or a later version.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2003-0637?

CVE-2003-0637 affects users of Novell iChain version 2.2 prior to Support Pack 1.

4

What impact does CVE-2003-0637 have on security?

CVE-2003-0637 may allow attackers to successfully guess valid usernames, increasing the risk of unauthorized access.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2003-0637?

As an immediate workaround for CVE-2003-0637, consider implementing account lockout policies to mitigate brute force attempts.

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