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VulnerabilitiesJul 28, 2026

Flaw From 2002 Exposes Data Centers to Server Takeover

2002 vulnerability allows offline password cracking on internet-exposed server management controllers.

Summary

A vulnerability dating back to 2002 is now being exploited to target internet-exposed server management controllers. Attackers can perform offline password-cracking attacks against these devices, potentially leading to complete server takeover. This highlights the persistent risk posed by legacy vulnerabilities in critical infrastructure.

Entities

server management controllers (technology)