CVE-2002-0212 Information disclosure in n/a

High 7.5 Published Updated

Remote attackers can enumerate valid usernames via distinct login error messages, facilitating brute-force attacks against Hosting Controller.

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-2002-0212?

CVE-2002-0212 is a high-severity vulnerability in n/a, published on 3 May 2002. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

The login for Hosting Controller 1.1 through 1.4.1 returns different error messages when a valid or invalid user is provided, which allows remote attackers to determine the existence of valid usernames and makes it easier to conduct a brute force attack.

Which versions are affected by CVE-2002-0212?

It affects 1 product.

Products include Hosting Controller Hosting Controller.

How do I fix CVE-2002-0212?

No fix has been published for CVE-2002-0212 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.

Is CVE-2002-0212 being exploited?

There is no known exploitation of CVE-2002-0212 in the wild and no public exploit code.

Sources

Also known as GHSA-8595-j2cp-f8px.

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