CVE-2003-1591: Medium severity Novell NetWare FTP Server vulnerability
NWFTPD.nlm in the FTP server in Novell NetWare 6.0 before SP4 and 6.5 before SP1 allows user-assisted remote attackers to cause a denial of service (console hang) via a large number of FTP sessions, which are not properly handled during an NLM unload.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2003-1591?
CVE-2003-1591 is considered a denial of service vulnerability that can cause a console hang.
How do I fix CVE-2003-1591?
To fix CVE-2003-1591, update to Novell NetWare 6.0 Service Pack 4 or later, or 6.5 Service Pack 1 or later.
What versions of Novell NetWare are affected by CVE-2003-1591?
CVE-2003-1591 affects Novell NetWare 6.0 before Service Pack 4 and 6.5 before Service Pack 1.
Who can exploit CVE-2003-1591?
CVE-2003-1591 can be exploited by remote attackers if the user assists by allowing a large number of FTP sessions.
What is the impact of CVE-2003-1591 on Novell NetWare?
The impact of CVE-2003-1591 is a denial of service, leading to potential disruption of FTP services on the affected NetWare systems.