CVE Catalog

CVE-2002-0212

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Hosting Controller versions 1.1 to 1.4.1 returns different error messages based on whether a valid or invalid username is provided. This allows remote attackers to determine the existence of valid usernames, making it easier to conduct a brute force attack.

Risk Assessment

The organization is exposed to attacks that could lead to unauthorized access to the system through username guessing. This increases the risk of user account compromise.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update Hosting Controller to the latest version to eliminate discrepancies in error messages and implement additional security measures such as limiting login attempts.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

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.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS