CVE-2004-1461
First published: Fri Dec 31 2004(Updated: )
Cisco Secure Access Control Server (ACS) 3.2(3) and earlier spawns a separate unauthenticated TCP connection on a random port when a user authenticates to the ACS GUI, which allows remote attackers to bypass authentication by connecting to that port from the same IP address.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Cisco Secure Access Control Server | =3.2 | |
| Cisco Secure ACS Solution Engine | ||
| Cisco Secure Access Control Server | =3.3\(1\) | |
| Cisco Secure Access Control Server | =3.0 | |
| Cisco Secure Access Control Server | =3.1 | |
| Cisco Secure Access Control Server | =3.2 | |
| Cisco Secure Access Control Server | =3.3 | |
| Cisco Secure Access Control Server | =3.2\(3\) | |
| Cisco Secure Access Control Server | =3.2\(1\) | |
| Cisco Secure Access Control Server | =3.2\(2\) |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2004-1461?
CVE-2004-1461 is considered a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote attackers to bypass authentication.
How do I fix CVE-2004-1461?
To mitigate CVE-2004-1461, upgrade to a patched version of Cisco Secure Access Control Server that addresses this issue.
What versions are affected by CVE-2004-1461?
CVE-2004-1461 affects Cisco Secure Access Control Server versions 3.2(3) and earlier, including 3.0, 3.1, and other 3.2 subversions.
Can remote attackers exploit CVE-2004-1461?
Yes, remote attackers can exploit CVE-2004-1461 to gain unauthorized access to the system by connecting to a specific TCP port.
What is the attack vector for CVE-2004-1461?
The attack vector for CVE-2004-1461 is through an unauthenticated TCP connection established by the ACS GUI during user authentication.
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