What is the severity of CVE-1999-0082?

CVE-1999-0082 is considered to have a high severity due to the potential for unauthorized root access.

How do I fix CVE-1999-0082?

To fix CVE-1999-0082, you should upgrade to the latest version of the affected FTP software that addresses this vulnerability.

What does CVE-1999-0082 exploit?

CVE-1999-0082 exploits a weakness in the CWD ~root command in ftpd, allowing attackers to gain root access.

Which software is affected by CVE-1999-0082?

CVE-1999-0082 affects various FTP software, including FTP and Ftpcd implementations.

Is CVE-1999-0082 still a concern today?

While CVE-1999-0082 pertains to older FTP implementations, it can still pose a concern for legacy systems that are not updated.

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CVE-1999-0082

critical

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other

11/11/1988

29/9/1999

20/11/2024

CVE-1999-0082

First published: Fri Nov 11 1988(Updated: )

CWD ~root command in ftpd allows root access.

Credit: cve@mitre.org cve@mitre.org

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Ftp Ftp
Ftpcd Ftpcd

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Reference Links

http://www.alw.nih.gov/Security/Docs/admin-guide-to-cracking.101.html

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-1999-0082?
CVE-1999-0082 is considered to have a high severity due to the potential for unauthorized root access.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0082?
To fix CVE-1999-0082, you should upgrade to the latest version of the affected FTP software that addresses this vulnerability.
What does CVE-1999-0082 exploit?
CVE-1999-0082 exploits a weakness in the CWD ~root command in ftpd, allowing attackers to gain root access.
Which software is affected by CVE-1999-0082?
CVE-1999-0082 affects various FTP software, including FTP and Ftpcd implementations.
Is CVE-1999-0082 still a concern today?
While CVE-1999-0082 pertains to older FTP implementations, it can still pose a concern for legacy systems that are not updated.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-1999-0082?
CVE-1999-0082 is considered to have a high severity due to the potential for unauthorized root access.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0082?
To fix CVE-1999-0082, you should upgrade to the latest version of the affected FTP software that addresses this vulnerability.
What does CVE-1999-0082 exploit?
CVE-1999-0082 exploits a weakness in the CWD ~root command in ftpd, allowing attackers to gain root access.
Which software is affected by CVE-1999-0082?
CVE-1999-0082 affects various FTP software, including FTP and Ftpcd implementations.
Is CVE-1999-0082 still a concern today?
While CVE-1999-0082 pertains to older FTP implementations, it can still pose a concern for legacy systems that are not updated.