PUBLISHED DATE: July 12, 2001CVE-2001-1291:
The telnet server for...

Description

The telnet server for 3Com hardware such as PS40 SuperStack II does not delay or disconnect remote attackers who provide an incorrect username or password, which makes it easier to break into the server via brute force password guessing.

Products

• 3Com SuperStack II PS Hub 40 Firmware

Questions to Ask Vendors

1. Can you confirm whether your systems are affected by CVE-2001-1291, and if so, what steps are you currently taking to mitigate this vulnerability?
2. What is your estimated timeline for fully resolving CVE-2001-1291 in your products or services, and how will you communicate updates on this issue to us as your customer?

Recommended Actions

• Check out the advisory links provided below.

References

• https://capec.mitre.org/data/definitions/16.html
• https://capec.mitre.org/data/definitions/49.html
• https://capec.mitre.org/data/definitions/560.html
• https://capec.mitre.org/data/definitions/565.html
• https://capec.mitre.org/data/definitions/600.html
• https://capec.mitre.org/data/definitions/652.html
• https://capec.mitre.org/data/definitions/653.html
• https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2001-1291