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CVE-1999-1324

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Published: Dec 31, 1999Modified: Apr 16, 2026

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9.8
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Exploitability: 3.9 / Impact: 5.9
Source: NVD

Description

VAXstations running Open VMS 5.3 through 5.5-2 with VMS DECwindows or MOTIF do not properly disable access to user accounts that exceed the break-in limit threshold for failed login attempts, which makes it easier for attackers to conduct brute force password guessing.

Affected (1)

Products: Hp: Openvms Vax
Hp
1 product
Openvms Vax
Configuration A
1 vulnerable
Vulnerable SoftwareAffected Versions
Openvms Vax
From 5.3 to 5.5.2

Related CWEs

CWE-307
Improper Restriction of Excessive Authentication Attempts
The product does not implement sufficient measures to prevent multiple failed authentication attempts within a short time frame, making it more susceptible to brute force attacks.

References (4)

Source: cve@mitre.org
Broken LinkPatchThird Party AdvisoryUS Government ResourceVendor Advisory
Source: cve@mitre.org
Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
Source: af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108
Broken LinkPatchThird Party AdvisoryUS Government ResourceVendor Advisory
Source: af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108
Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry

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