CVE-2002-0628
HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 2.19%
Last modified
CVE-2002-0628 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. The Telnet service for Polycom ViewStation before 7.2.4 does not restrict the number of failed login attempts, which makes it easier for remote attackers to guess usernames and passwords via a brute force attack.. EPSS estimates a 2.19% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The Telnet service for Polycom ViewStation before 7.2.4 does not restrict the number of failed login attempts, which makes it easier for remote attackers to guess usernames and passwords via a brute force attack.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Polycom | Viewstation 128 | 6.5.1 |
| Polycom | Viewstation 128 | 7.2 |
| Polycom | Viewstation 512 | 6.5.1 |
| Polycom | Viewstation 512 | 7.2 |
| Polycom | Viewstation Dcp | 6.5.1 |
| Polycom | Viewstation Dcp | 7.2 |
| Polycom | Viewstation Fx Vs4000 | 4.1.5 |
| Polycom | Viewstation H.323 | 6.5.1 |
| Polycom | Viewstation H.323 | 7.2 |
| Polycom | Viewstation Mp | 6.5.1 |
| Polycom | Viewstation Mp | 7.2 |
| Polycom | Viewstation Sp 384 | 6.5.1 |
| Polycom | Viewstation Sp 384 | 7.2 |
| Polycom | Viewstation V.35 | 6.5.1 |
| Polycom | Viewstation V.35 | 7.2 |
References
- http://www.ciac.org/ciac/bulletins/m-123.shtmlBroken Link, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/9349.phpBroken Link, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5635Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44241Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- http://www.ciac.org/ciac/bulletins/m-123.shtmlBroken Link, Patch, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.iss.net/security_center/static/9349.phpBroken Link, Vendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/5635Broken Link, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry, Vendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/44241Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2002-0628?
The Telnet service for Polycom ViewStation before 7.2.4 does not restrict the number of failed login attempts, which makes it easier for remote attackers to guess usernames and passwords via a brute force attack.
How severe is CVE-2002-0628?
CVE-2002-0628 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 2.19% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2002-0628?
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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