CVE-2004-0243: Medium severity IBM AIX vulnerability
Published Mar 18, 2004
·Updated
AIX 4.3.3 through AIX 5.1, when direct remote login is disabled, displays a different message if the password is correct, which allows remote attackers to guess the password via brute force methods.
Affected Software
2 affected components
IBM AIX
IBM AIX>=4.3.3<=5.1
Event History
Mar 18, 2004
CVE Published
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·10:00 AM
Description
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2004-0243?
CVE-2004-0243 is considered a medium severity vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2004-0243?
To remediate CVE-2004-0243, ensure direct remote login is enabled or implement account lockout policies to mitigate brute force attacks.
3
Who is affected by CVE-2004-0243?
CVE-2004-0243 affects IBM AIX versions 4.3.3 through 5.1.
4
What type of attack does CVE-2004-0243 facilitate?
CVE-2004-0243 facilitates brute force password guessing attacks due to inconsistent login messages.
5
Can CVE-2004-0243 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2004-0243 can be exploited remotely if direct remote login is disabled.