What is the severity of CVE-1999-1005?

CVE-1999-1005 is considered to have a moderate severity level due to the potential for unauthorized file access.

How do I fix CVE-1999-1005?

To fix CVE-1999-1005, you should patch the affected version of the GroupWise web server or implement access controls to prevent directory traversal attacks.

What software is affected by CVE-1999-1005?

CVE-1999-1005 affects Netscape Enterprise Server version 3.0.7a and Novell GroupWise versions 5.2 and 5.5.

Can CVE-1999-1005 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-1999-1005 can be exploited remotely by attackers to read arbitrary files on the server.

What is a '..' (dot dot) attack as related to CVE-1999-1005?

A '..' (dot dot) attack refers to a directory traversal attack that allows attackers to navigate to parent directories to access restricted files.

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CVE-1999-1005

medium

CWE

NVD-CWE-Other

19/12/1999

25/4/2000

20/11/2024

CVE-1999-1005

First published: Sun Dec 19 1999(Updated: )

Groupwise web server GWWEB.EXE allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files with .htm extensions via a .. (dot dot) attack using the HELP parameter.

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

Affected Software	Affected Version	How to fix
Netscape Enterprise Server	=3.0.7a
Novell GroupWise	=5.5
Novell GroupWise	=5.2
	=3.0.7a
	=5.2
	=5.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-1999-1005?
CVE-1999-1005 is considered to have a moderate severity level due to the potential for unauthorized file access.
How do I fix CVE-1999-1005?
To fix CVE-1999-1005, you should patch the affected version of the GroupWise web server or implement access controls to prevent directory traversal attacks.
What software is affected by CVE-1999-1005?
CVE-1999-1005 affects Netscape Enterprise Server version 3.0.7a and Novell GroupWise versions 5.2 and 5.5.
Can CVE-1999-1005 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-1999-1005 can be exploited remotely by attackers to read arbitrary files on the server.
What is a '..' (dot dot) attack as related to CVE-1999-1005?
A '..' (dot dot) attack refers to a directory traversal attack that allows attackers to navigate to parent directories to access restricted files.

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