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CVE-2003-1592: Buffer Overflow

First published: Mon Apr 05 2010(Updated: )

Multiple buffer overflows in NWFTPD.nlm in the FTP server in Novell NetWare 6.0 before SP4 and 6.5 before SP1 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (abend) via a long (1) username or (2) password.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Novell NetWare FTP Server
Novell NetWare FTP Server=6.0
Novell NetWare FTP Server=6.0-sp1
Novell NetWare FTP Server=6.0-sp2
Novell NetWare FTP Server=6.0-sp3
Novell NetWare FTP Server=6.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2003-1592?

    CVE-2003-1592 has a high severity rating as it allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service.

  • How do I fix CVE-2003-1592?

    To mitigate CVE-2003-1592, upgrade to Novell NetWare 6.0 SP4 or 6.5 SP1 or later versions.

  • What versions of Novell NetWare are affected by CVE-2003-1592?

    CVE-2003-1592 affects Novell NetWare versions 6.0 prior to SP4 and 6.5 prior to SP1.

  • What type of vulnerability is CVE-2003-1592?

    CVE-2003-1592 is classified as a buffer overflow vulnerability.

  • Can CVE-2003-1592 be exploited remotely?

    Yes, CVE-2003-1592 can be exploited remotely through long usernames or passwords.

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