CVE Catalog

CVE-2002-1657

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

PostgreSQL uses the username as a salt when generating passwords, which makes it easier for remote attackers to guess passwords via a brute force attack.

Risk Assessment

The organization may be exposed to unauthorized access to systems if passwords are easy to guess by attackers.

Recommendation

It is recommended to use stronger password generation methods and implement additional security measures, such as limiting login attempts.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

PostgreSQL uses the username for a salt when generating passwords, which makes it easier for remote attackers to guess passwords via a brute force attack.

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