CVE Catalog

CVE-2004-1143

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

The password generation in Mailman before version 2.1.5 generates only 5 million unique passwords, making it easier for remote attackers to guess passwords via a brute force attack.

Risk Assessment

The organization is at increased risk of user account compromise through brute force attacks, potentially leading to unauthorized access to mailing lists and sensitive information.

Recommendation

Immediately upgrade Mailman to version 2.1.5 or later, which generates stronger, more random passwords.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

The password generation in mailman before 2.1.5 generates only 5 million unique passwords, which makes it easier for remote attackers to guess passwords via a brute force attack.

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