CVE-2000-0981 Weak cryptography in n/a

High 7.2 Published 22 Jan 2001 Updated 8 Aug 2024

Weak authentication in MySQL allows remote attackers to recover passwords, leading to unauthorized access and data exposure.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: None listed

What is CVE-2000-0981?

CVE-2000-0981 is a high-severity vulnerability in Oracle Mysql, published on 22 Jan 2001. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

MySQL Database Engine uses a weak authentication method which leaks information that could be used by a remote attacker to recover the password.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2000-0981?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Oracle Mysql.

How do I fix CVE-2000-0981?

No fix has been published for CVE-2000-0981 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2000-0981 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2000-0981 in the wild and no public exploit code.

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Sources

Also known as GHSA-fx38-6jp6-wf65.