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Family: Mandrake Local Security Checks --> Category: infos
MDKSA-2001:091: passwd Vulnerability Scan
Vulnerability Scan Summary Check for the version of the passwd package
Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Test
The remote host is missing the patch for the advisory MDKSA-2001:091 (passwd).
The default pam files for the passwd program did not include support for md5
passwords, thus any password changes or post-install added users would not have
md5 passwords.
Solution : http://wwwnew.mandriva.com/security/advisories?name=MDKSA-2001:091
Threat Level: High
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