CVE-2004-1460

CVE-2004-1460 is a high-severity vulnerability in Cisco Secure Access Control Server with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

Cisco Secure Access Control Server (ACS) 3.2(3) and earlier, when configured with an anonymous bind in Novell Directory Services (NDS) and authenticating NDS users with NDS, allows remote attackers to gain unauthorized access to AAA clients via a blank password.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-1460?
Cisco Secure Access Control Server (ACS) 3.2(3) and earlier, when configured with an anonymous bind in Novell Directory Services (NDS) and authenticating NDS users with NDS, allows remote attackers to gain unauthorized access to AAA clients via a blank password.
How severe is CVE-2004-1460?
CVE-2004-1460 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
Is CVE-2004-1460 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (72nd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2004-1460?
CVE-2004-1460 primarily affects Cisco Secure Access Control Server. In total, 10 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
How do I fix CVE-2004-1460?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2004-1460 published?
CVE-2004-1460 was published on 2004-12-31 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (10)

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