Vulnerability Description
Microsoft ActiveSync 4.1, as used in Windows Mobile 5.0, uses weak encryption (XOR obfuscation with a fixed key) when sending the user's PIN/Password over the USB connection from the host to the device, which might make it easier for attackers to decode a PIN/Password obtained by (1) sniffing or (2) spoofing the docking process.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | Activesync | 4.1 |
| Microsoft | Windows Mobile | 5.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://osvdb.org/38499Broken Link
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3232Broken Link
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/482299/100/0/threadedBroken LinkThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25976Broken LinkPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/37223Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://osvdb.org/38499Broken Link
- http://securityreason.com/securityalert/3232Broken Link
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/482299/100/0/threadedBroken LinkThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/25976Broken LinkPatchThird Party Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/37223Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
FAQ
What is CVE-2007-5460?
CVE-2007-5460 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). Microsoft ActiveSync 4.1, as used in Windows Mobile 5.0, uses weak encryption (XOR obfuscation with a fixed key) when sending the user's PIN/Password over the USB connection from the host to the devic...
How severe is CVE-2007-5460?
CVE-2007-5460 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2007-5460?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Microsoft Activesync, Microsoft Windows Mobile.