CVE Catalog

CVE-2005-4764

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

A vulnerability in BEA WebLogic Server and WebLogic Express versions 9.0, 8.1, and 7.0 locks out the admin account after multiple incorrect password guesses. A remote attacker who knows or guesses the admin account name can cause a denial of service (DoS) by blocking admin logins.

Risk Assessment

The risk is that an attacker can intentionally lock the admin account, preventing administrative access to the server and potentially causing business application downtime.

Recommendation

It is recommended to upgrade to a newer version of WebLogic Server that includes a fix to prevent account lockout after failed login attempts. Additionally, implement log monitoring to detect such attacks.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

BEA WebLogic Server and WebLogic Express 9.0, 8.1, and 7.0 lock out the admin user account after multiple incorrect password guesses, which allows remote attackers who know or guess the admin account name to cause a denial of service (blocked admin logins).

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