CVE-1999-0856 — MEDIUM (5.0)

Vulnerability Description

login in Slackware 7.0 allows remote attackers to identify valid users on the system by reporting an encryption error when an account is locked or does not exist.

CVSS Score

5.0

MEDIUM

AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:N/I:P/A:N

Confidentiality

NONE

Integrity

PARTIAL

Availability

NONE

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Slackware	Slackware Linux	7.0

References

https://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=94416739411280&w=2
https://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=94416739411280&w=2

FAQ

What is CVE-1999-0856?

CVE-1999-0856 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). login in Slackware 7.0 allows remote attackers to identify valid users on the system by reporting an encryption error when an account is locked or does not exist.

How severe is CVE-1999-0856?

CVE-1999-0856 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-1999-0856?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Slackware Slackware Linux.