CVE-2003-1329: High severity washington university wu-ftpd vulnerability

Published Dec 31, 2003
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Updated

ftpd.c in wu-ftpd 2.6.2, when running on "operating systems that only allow one non-connected socket bound to the same local address," does not close failed connections, which allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service.

Affected Software

1 affected component
Washington University Wu-ftpd=2.6.2

Event History

Dec 31, 2003
CVE Published
05:00 AM
Data Sourced
via NVD·05:00 AM
RemedyDescriptionSeverityAffected Software
May 21, 2007
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2003-1329?

CVE-2003-1329 is classified as a denial of service vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2003-1329?

To fix CVE-2003-1329, upgrade to a version of wu-ftpd that is not vulnerable, or apply any available patches provided by the vendor.

3

Which versions of wu-ftpd are affected by CVE-2003-1329?

CVE-2003-1329 specifically affects wu-ftpd version 2.6.2.

4

Can CVE-2003-1329 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2003-1329 can be exploited remotely by attackers to cause a denial of service.

5

What happens if CVE-2003-1329 is exploited?

If exploited, CVE-2003-1329 causes the affected wu-ftpd server to fail to handle connections properly, leading to denial of service.

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