CVE-2001-0395

Lightwave ConsoleServer 3200 does not disconnect users after unsuccessful login attempts, which could allow remote attackers to conduct brute force password…

published May 24, 2001

CVSS
—
EPSS
2%
Percentile
79.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A persistent login session after failed attempts? That’s the ticket for attackers looking to crack passwords! 🔑 Think of it like a hotel that never locks its doors, allowing anyone to keep trying to enter without any restrictions. Each failed entry is like a guest fumbling with their key, yet the door stays wide open! An attacker could continuously attempt to guess the password for an account without being kicked out, potentially leading to unauthorized access. This means sensitive information could be compromised, and once inside, the attacker could wreak havoc!

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel that never locks its doors, allowing anyone to keep trying to enter without any restrictions. Each failed entry is like a guest fumbling with their key, yet the door stays wide open! The Lightwave ConsoleServer 3200 fails to disconnect users after a set number of unsuccessful login attempts, allowing endless attempts to guess the password without any lockout mechanism in place.

What to do

An attacker could continuously attempt to guess the password for an account without being kicked out, potentially leading to unauthorized access. This means sensitive information could be compromised, and once inside, the attacker could wreak havoc! To secure your system, implement a lockout mechanism that disconnects users after a certain number of failed login attempts. This could involve setting a temporary account lock or requiring CAPTCHA verification after multiple failures. Regularly monitor login attempts for suspicious activity. You’ve got this! With these steps, you can tighten security and keep those pesky attackers at bay! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01914 · 79.5th percentile
Published
2001-05-24T04:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 24 MAY 04:00Z
    Lightwave ConsoleServer 3200 does not disconnect users after unsuccessful login attempts, which could allow remote attackers to conduct brute force password…
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