CVE-2001-1587: Buffer Overflow
Published Apr 5, 2010
·Updated
NWFTPD.nlm before 5.01w in the FTP server in Novell NetWare allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (abend) via an anonymous STOU command.
Affected Software
1 affected component
Novell NetWare FTP Server
Event History
Apr 5, 2010
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:15 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:15 PM
Description
Data Sourced
via NVD·03:30 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Frequently Asked Questions
1
What is the severity of CVE-2001-1587?
CVE-2001-1587 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.
2
How do I fix CVE-2001-1587?
To mitigate CVE-2001-1587, upgrade NWFTPD.nlm to version 5.01w or later.
3
What are the potential effects of CVE-2001-1587?
Exploitation of CVE-2001-1587 can lead to system crashes and unavailability of the FTP service.
4
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2001-1587?
CVE-2001-1587 affects all versions of NWFTPD.nlm older than 5.01w in Novell NetWare.
5
Is CVE-2001-1587 exploitable remotely?
Yes, CVE-2001-1587 can be exploited remotely through the FTP service.