7.8
CWE
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Advisory Published
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CVE-1999-0219: Buffer Overflow

First published: Tue Jul 01 1997(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in FTP Serv-U 2.5 allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (crash) via a long (1) CWD or (2) LS (list) command.

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

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
SolarWinds Serv-U=2.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-1999-0219?

    CVE-1999-0219 is classified as a moderate severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.

  • How does CVE-1999-0219 affect FTP Serv-U 2.5?

    CVE-1999-0219 allows remote authenticated users to execute buffer overflow attacks that can crash the FTP server.

  • How do I fix CVE-1999-0219?

    The recommended fix for CVE-1999-0219 is to upgrade to a version of FTP Serv-U that is not vulnerable to this buffer overflow issue.

  • Who is affected by CVE-1999-0219?

    Users of FTP Serv-U version 2.5 are vulnerable to CVE-1999-0219 if they allow remote authenticated access.

  • What are the attack vectors for CVE-1999-0219?

    CVE-1999-0219 can be exploited via long CWD or LS commands sent by remote authenticated users.

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