medium
4.3
CWE
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CVE Published
Updated

CVE-2003-1480

First published: Wed Dec 31 2003(Updated: )

MySQL 3.20 through 4.1.0 uses a weak algorithm for hashed passwords, which makes it easier for attackers to decrypt the password via brute force methods.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
MySQL Server=4.1.0
MySQL=3.20
MySQL=3.20.32a
MySQL=3.21
MySQL=3.22
MySQL=3.22.26
MySQL=3.22.27
MySQL=3.22.28
MySQL=3.22.29
MySQL=3.23.10
MySQL=3.23.22
MySQL=3.23.24
MySQL=3.23.28-gamma
MySQL=3.23.3
MySQL=3.23.8
MySQL=3.22.30
MySQL=3.22.32
MySQL=3.23.5
MySQL=3.23.25
MySQL=3.23.26
MySQL=3.23.27
MySQL=3.23.28
MySQL=3.23.4
MySQL=3.23.2
MySQL=3.23.23
MySQL=3.23.29
MySQL=3.23.9
MySQL=3.23.36
MySQL=3.23.38
MySQL=3.23.44
MySQL=3.23.46
MySQL=3.23.50
MySQL=3.23.52
MySQL=4.0.0
MySQL=4.0.8-gamma
MySQL=3.23.31
MySQL=3.23.32
MySQL=3.23.33
MySQL=3.23.34
MySQL=3.23.47
MySQL=3.23.48
MySQL=3.23.49
MySQL=4.0.1
MySQL=4.0.2
MySQL=4.0.3
MySQL=4.0.5a
MySQL=3.23.39
MySQL=3.23.40
MySQL=3.23.41
MySQL=3.23.42
MySQL=3.23.53a
MySQL=3.23.54
MySQL=3.23.54a
MySQL=3.23.55
MySQL=3.23.30
MySQL=3.23.35
MySQL=3.23.37
MySQL=3.23.43
MySQL=3.23.45
MySQL=3.23.51
MySQL=3.23.53
MySQL=3.23.56
MySQL=4.0.7-gamma
MySQL=4.0.11-gamma
MySQL=4.1.0-alpha
MySQL=4.0.9-gamma

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2003-1480?

    CVE-2003-1480 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the weak hashing algorithm of passwords in MySQL.

  • How do I fix CVE-2003-1480?

    To fix CVE-2003-1480, upgrade MySQL to a version that uses a stronger password hashing algorithm.

  • Which versions of MySQL are affected by CVE-2003-1480?

    CVE-2003-1480 affects MySQL versions 3.20 through 4.1.0, including multiple specific versions within that range.

  • What is the impact of CVE-2003-1480?

    The impact of CVE-2003-1480 includes the increased risk of password compromise due to its ease of decryption using brute force methods.

  • Is there a patch available for CVE-2003-1480?

    No specific patch is provided for CVE-2003-1480; the recommended action is to upgrade to a secure version of MySQL.

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