CVE-2001-0550: High severity Washington University Wu-ftpd vulnerability
wu-ftpd 2.6.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a "~{" argument to commands such as CWD, which is not properly handled by the glob function (ftpglob).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2001-0550?
CVE-2001-0550 is classified as a high-severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote code execution.
How do I fix CVE-2001-0550?
The best way to fix CVE-2001-0550 is to upgrade to a secure version of wu-ftpd or apply available patches that address this vulnerability.
What versions of wu-ftpd are affected by CVE-2001-0550?
CVE-2001-0550 affects wu-ftpd versions 2.6.1 and prior, including versions 2.6.0 and 2.5.0.
What type of attack can be executed using CVE-2001-0550?
CVE-2001-0550 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the server via specially crafted arguments.
Is CVE-2001-0550 specific to any operating system?
CVE-2001-0550 primarily affects systems running implementations of wu-ftpd, which can vary across different Unix-like operating systems.