Security readout for executives and security teams
SSH Secure Shell 3.0.0 on Unix has an authentication flaw in sshd2. A local user may be able to access accounts whose password field is short, including locked accounts marked with values such as "NP". This is an old issue, but any legacy host still running this version should be treated as exposed. Exposure is most likely on legacy Unix systems running SSH Secure Shell 3.0.0 with the sshd2 daemon enabled. Risk increases where local users have shell access and where locked or special accounts use short password-field markers. Prioritize remediation for any internet-facing or multi-user Unix systems still running this legacy SSH product. The business risk is unauthorized account access on old infrastructure, especially where dormant or locked accounts still exist. Mitigation focus: Inventory Unix hosts for SSH Secure Shell 3.0.0 and sshd2 usage.; Check vendor, CERT, or historical advisory guidance for approved fixes.; Remove or disable affected sshd2 services if no approved fix is available..
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- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- ssh-password-length-unauth-access(6868)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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