CVE Catalog

CVE-2002-1872

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Microsoft SQL Server versions 6.0 through 2000, with SQL Authentication enabled, uses weak password encryption (XOR), allowing remote attackers to sniff and decrypt passwords.

Risk Assessment

Weak password encryption exposes the organization to unauthorized access risks, potentially leading to data loss or security breaches.

Recommendation

It is recommended to disable SQL Authentication or implement stronger password encryption methods to minimize risk.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Microsoft SQL Server 6.0 through 2000, with SQL Authentication enabled, uses weak password encryption (XOR), which allows remote attackers to sniff and decrypt the password.

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