CVE Catalog

CVE-2002-0954

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The encryption algorithms for enable and passwd commands on Cisco PIX Firewall can be executed quickly due to a limited number of rounds, making it easier for an attacker to decrypt the passwords using brute force techniques.

Risk Assessment

The risk to the organization is that an attacker could easily decrypt passwords, leading to unauthorized access to systems.

Recommendation

It is recommended to update the firewall software and implement stronger encryption algorithms to enhance password security.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

The encryption algorithms for enable and passwd commands on Cisco PIX Firewall can be executed quickly due to a limited number of rounds, which make it easier for an attacker to decrypt the passwords using brute force techniques.

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