CVE-2003-1480 Information

Description

MySQL 3.20 through 4.1.0 uses a weak algorithm for hashed passwords which makes it easier for attackers to decrypt the password via brute force methods.

Reference

http://secunia.com/advisories/8753 http://www.securiteam.com/tools/5WP031FA0U.html http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/7500