CWE
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Advisory Published
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CVE-2005-3296

First published: Sun Oct 23 2005(Updated: )

The FTP server in HP-UX 10.20, B.11.00, and B.11.11, allows remote attackers to list arbitrary directories as root by running the LIST command before logging in.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
HPE HP-UX=11.11
HPE HP-UX=11.00
HPE HP-UX=10.20
HPE HP-UX=10.20
HPE HP-UX=11.00
HPE HP-UX=11.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2005-3296?

    CVE-2005-3296 is considered to be a critical vulnerability due to its ability to allow remote attackers to access sensitive directory listings.

  • How do I fix CVE-2005-3296?

    To mitigate CVE-2005-3296, apply the latest patches released by HP for the affected versions of HP-UX.

  • Who is affected by CVE-2005-3296?

    CVE-2005-3296 affects systems running HP-UX versions 10.20, 11.00, and 11.11.

  • What action can attackers perform using CVE-2005-3296?

    Attackers can use the LIST command in the FTP server to list arbitrary directories as root without authentication.

  • When was CVE-2005-3296 disclosed?

    CVE-2005-3296 was disclosed in October 2005.

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