CVE-2001-1190

Description

The default PAM files included with passwd in Mandrake Linux 8.1 do not support MD5 passwords, which could result in a lower level of password security than intended.

4.6

CVSS

Severity: Medium

CVSS 2.0 •

EPSS 0.07%

Vendor Advisory linux-mandrake.com Vendor Advisory iss.net Vendor Advisory securityfocus.com

Affected: n/a n/a

References

Link	Tags
http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/7706.php	vdb entry patch vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3683	vdb entry patch vendor advisory
http://www.linux-mandrake.com/en/security/2001/MDKSA-2001-091.php3	patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2001-1190?: CVE-2001-1190 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2001-1190?: To fix CVE-2001-1190, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2001-1190 being actively exploited in the wild?: As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2001-1190 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.

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