CVE-1999-0183: Medium severity TFTP TFTP vulnerability

Published Sep 1, 1997
·
Updated

Linux implementations of TFTP would allow access to files outside the restricted directory.

Affected Software

2 affected components
TFTP TFTP
Linux Linux kernel=2.6.20.1

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Remove

    Remove Linux TFTP server from your environment.

    Uninstall or disable the TFTP server if it is not required.

  2. Configuration

    Configure the TFTP server to run in a chroot or otherwise enforce its restricted directory so clients cannot access files outside the intended root.

    Linux TFTP server enforce chroot / restrict root directory = enabled
  3. Compensating control

    Restrict access to the TFTP service to only trusted IP ranges using firewall rules, network ACLs, or host-based firewall to reduce exposure.

  4. Operational

    Audit TFTP server logs and the filesystem for evidence of access to files outside the restricted directory; remove any unauthorized files and remediate any data exposure.

Event History

Sep 1, 1997
CVE Published
04:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·04:00 AM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Sep 29, 1999
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 AM
Description

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-1999-0183?

CVE-1999-0183 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized file access.

2

How do I fix CVE-1999-0183?

To fix CVE-1999-0183, update your TFTP implementation to a patched version that restricts access to files within designated directories.

3

Which Linux versions are affected by CVE-1999-0183?

CVE-1999-0183 affects various Linux distributions using vulnerable TFTP implementations, specifically versions of the Linux kernel around 2.6.20.1.

4

What attack vectors does CVE-1999-0183 expose?

CVE-1999-0183 can be exploited remotely through TFTP to access sensitive files outside of the restricted directory.

5

Is CVE-1999-0183 exploitable on all systems using TFTP?

CVE-1999-0183 is exploitable on systems using vulnerable versions of TFTP, but mitigations may reduce the risk.

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