CVE Catalog

CVE-2002-0426

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The VPN Server module in the Linksys EtherFast BEFVP41 Cable/DSL VPN Router before version 1.40.1 reduces the key lengths for manually entered keys, making it easier for attackers to crack them.

Risk Assessment

The reduced key length increases the risk that attackers may more easily gain access to secured data transmitted over the VPN.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the router to version 1.40.1 or later to ensure an adequate level of key security.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

VPN Server module in Linksys EtherFast BEFVP41 Cable/DSL VPN Router before 1.40.1 reduces the key lengths for keys that are supplied via manual key entry, which makes it easier for attackers to crack the keys.

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