CVE-2002-1209: Medium severity SolarWinds TFTP Server vulnerability

Published Oct 29, 2002

Updated

Directory traversal vulnerability in SolarWinds TFTP Server 5.0.55, and possibly earlier, allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files via "..\" (dot-dot backslash) sequences in a GET request.

Affected Software

1 affected component

SolarWinds TFTP Server=5.0.55_standard

Remediation

Patch Available

http://www.idefense.com/advisory/10.24.02.txt

Event History

Oct 29, 2002

CVE Published

via MITRE·10:00 AM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·10:00 AM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2002-1209?

CVE-2002-1209 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized file access.

How do I fix CVE-2002-1209?

To mitigate CVE-2002-1209, it is recommended to upgrade to the latest version of SolarWinds TFTP Server or apply any available patches.

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2002-1209?

CVE-2002-1209 can be exploited by remote attackers using directory traversal techniques to access sensitive files on the server.

Which versions of SolarWinds TFTP Server are affected by CVE-2002-1209?

CVE-2002-1209 affects SolarWinds TFTP Server version 5.0.55 and possibly earlier versions.

What should I do if I cannot upgrade my SolarWinds TFTP Server due to legacy constraints related to CVE-2002-1209?

If upgrading is not possible, implement strict firewall rules and network segmentation to limit access to the TFTP server.