CVE-2001-1546
HIGHCVSS 7.8/10EPSS 0.41%
Last modified
CVE-2001-1546 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Pathways Homecare 6.5 uses weak encryption for user names and passwords, which allows local users to gain privileges by recovering the passwords from the pwhc.ini file.. EPSS estimates a 0.41% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Pathways Homecare 6.5 uses weak encryption for user names and passwords, which allows local users to gain privileges by recovering the passwords from the pwhc.ini file.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Mckesson | Pathways Homecare | 6.5 |
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/244367Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3653Broken Link, Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/244367Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/3653Broken Link, Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2001-1546?
Pathways Homecare 6.5 uses weak encryption for user names and passwords, which allows local users to gain privileges by recovering the passwords from the pwhc.ini file.
How severe is CVE-2001-1546?
CVE-2001-1546 has a CVSS score of 7.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.41% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2001-1546?
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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