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CVE-2001-1444

UnknownEPSS 1.30%

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CVE-2001-1444 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The Kerberos Telnet protocol, as implemented by KTH Kerberos IV and Kerberos V (Heimdal), does not encrypt authentication and encryption options sent from the server, which allows remote attackers to downgrade authentication and encryption mechanisms via a man-in-the-middle attack.. EPSS estimates a 1.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

The Kerberos Telnet protocol, as implemented by KTH Kerberos IV and Kerberos V (Heimdal), does not encrypt authentication and encryption options sent from the server, which allows remote attackers to downgrade authentication and encryption mechanisms via a man-in-the-middle attack.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
1.30%

66.7th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
KthKth Kerberos4
KthKth Kerberos5

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2001-1444?
The Kerberos Telnet protocol, as implemented by KTH Kerberos IV and Kerberos V (Heimdal), does not encrypt authentication and encryption options sent from the server, which allows remote attackers to downgrade authentication and encryption mechanisms via a man-in-the-middle attack.
How severe is CVE-2001-1444?
Severity scoring for CVE-2001-1444 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2001-1444?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST