CVE-1999-1324: n/a vulnerability

CVE-1999-1324: VAXstations running Open VMS 5.3 through 5.5-2 with VMS DECwindows or MOTIF do not properly disable access...

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.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 1, 2024, 17:11 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This legacy OpenVMS issue weakens account lockout behavior on VAXstations using DECwindows or MOTIF. Accounts that should be disabled after too many failed logins may remain reachable, making password guessing easier. The provided sources do not include CVSS, patch details, or active exploitation evidence. Exposure is likely limited to legacy VAXstation/OpenVMS environments still running versions 5.3 through 5.5-2 with DECwindows or MOTIF enabled. Internet or broad internal access to graphical login services would increase business risk. Treat this as a legacy exposure review item, not an emergency based on current evidence. Prioritize if affected systems support critical operations, are network reachable, or use reusable credentials. Mitigation focus: Inventory VAXstation systems running OpenVMS 5.3 through 5.5-2.; Check archived vendor or OpenVMS guidance for supported fixes or configuration changes.; Restrict access to DECwindows and MOTIF login paths to trusted networks..

Prepared: Jul 1, 2026, 08:03 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Generated from the cited source records. This long-tail analysis has not been individually reviewed by a named human.

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Mar 9, 2002, 05:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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openvms-sysgen-enabled(7225)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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