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CVE-2003-1594

7.5 · HIGH

NWFTPD.nlm before 5.04.05 in the FTP server in Novell NetWare 6.5 does not properly enforce FTPREST.TXT settings, which allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions via an FTP ses…

Published Apr 5, 2010novellCWE-264EPSS 1.94%

Overview

CVE-2003-1594 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting novell netware_ftp_server. It was published on April 5, 2010 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

NWFTPD.nlm before 5.04.05 in the FTP server in Novell NetWare 6.5 does not properly enforce FTPREST.TXT settings, which allows remote attackers to bypass intended access restrictions via an FTP session.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from novell. Update netware_ftp_server 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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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2003-1594?

CVE-2003-1594 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting novell netware_ftp_server. It was published on April 5, 2010 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2003-1594?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2003-1594?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from novell. Update netware_ftp_server 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.

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