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CVE-2004-1280

10.0 · HIGH

The gui_popup_view_fly function in gui_tview_popup.c for junkie 0.3.1 allows remote malicious FTP servers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a filename.

Published Jan 10, 2005junkieEPSS 2.12%

Overview

CVE-2004-1280 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting junkie junkie_ftp_client. It was published on January 10, 2005 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

The gui_popup_view_fly function in gui_tview_popup.c for junkie 0.3.1 allows remote malicious FTP servers to execute arbitrary commands via shell metacharacters in a filename.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from junkie. Update junkie_ftp_client 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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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2004-1280?

CVE-2004-1280 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting junkie junkie_ftp_client. It was published on January 10, 2005 and has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2004-1280?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 10.0, 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-2004-1280?

Check the references section for vendor advisories and patches from junkie. Update junkie_ftp_client 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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