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CVE-1999-1475

4.6 · MEDIUM

ProFTPd 1.2 compiled with the mod_sqlpw module records user passwords in the wtmp log file, which allows local users to obtain the passwords and gain privileges by reading wtmp, e.g.

Published Nov 19, 1999proftpd_projectEPSS 4.44%

Overview

CVE-1999-1475 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting proftpd_project proftpd. It was published on November 19, 1999 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

ProFTPd 1.2 compiled with the mod_sqlpw module records user passwords in the wtmp log file, which allows local users to obtain the passwords and gain privileges by reading wtmp, e.g. via the last command.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from proftpd_project. Update proftpd to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Affected products

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References

Refwww.securityfocus.com/archive/1/35483Refwww.securityfocus.com/bid/812Refwww.securityfocus.com/archive/1/35483Refwww.securityfocus.com/bid/812

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-1475?

CVE-1999-1475 is a medium-severity vulnerability affecting proftpd_project proftpd. It was published on November 19, 1999 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-1999-1475?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 4.6, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-1999-1475?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from proftpd_project. Update proftpd to the latest patched version. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-1999-1475?

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