CVE-2004-0583
First published: Wed Jun 23 2004(Updated: )
The account lockout functionality in (1) Webmin 1.140 and (2) Usermin 1.070 does not parse certain character strings, which allows remote attackers to conduct a brute force attack to guess user IDs and passwords.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Webmin Usermin | =1.070 | |
| Webmin | =1.1.40 | |
| Debian | =3.0 | |
| Debian | =3.0 | |
| Debian | =3.0 | |
| Debian | =3.0 | |
| Debian | =3.0 | |
| Debian | =3.0 | |
| Debian | =3.0 | |
| Debian | =3.0 | |
| Debian | =3.0 | |
| Debian | =3.0 | |
| Debian | =3.0 | |
| Debian | =3.0 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/10523
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/10474
- http://www.lac.co.jp/security/csl/intelligence/SNSadvisory_e/75_e.html
- http://www.webmin.com/changes-1.150.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2004/dsa-526
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200406-12.xml
- http://www.gentoo.org/security/en/glsa/glsa-200406-15.xml
- http://www.mandrakesecure.net/en/advisories/advisory.php?name=MDKSA-2004:074
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=108737059313829&w=2
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/16334
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-0583?
CVE-2004-0583 is considered a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for brute force attacks.
How do I fix CVE-2004-0583?
To fix CVE-2004-0583, update Webmin to version 1.1.41 or higher and Usermin to version 1.071 or higher.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2004-0583?
CVE-2004-0583 affects Webmin 1.140 and Usermin 1.070.
What type of attack does CVE-2004-0583 allow?
CVE-2004-0583 allows remote attackers to conduct brute force attacks to guess user IDs and passwords.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2004-0583 if I cannot update immediately?
A temporary workaround for CVE-2004-0583 is to implement account lockout policies and limit login attempts.
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