CVE-2006-1951: Medium severity SolarWinds TFTP Server vulnerability

Published Apr 24, 2006
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Updated

Directory traversal vulnerability in SolarWinds TFTP Server 8.1 and earlier allows remote attackers to download arbitrary files via a crafted GET request including "....//" sequences, which are collapsed into "../" sequences by filtering.

Affected Software

3 affected components
SolarWinds TFTP Server=5.0.55_standard
SolarWinds TFTP Server=5.0.60standard
SolarWinds TFTP Server=8.1

Event History

Apr 24, 2006
CVE Published
11:02 PM
Apr 25, 2006
CVE Published
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·03:00 AM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2006-1951?

CVE-2006-1951 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for exposing sensitive files through directory traversal.

2

How do I fix CVE-2006-1951?

To fix CVE-2006-1951, upgrade SolarWinds TFTP Server to version 8.2 or later, as this version addresses the directory traversal vulnerability.

3

What versions of SolarWinds TFTP Server are affected by CVE-2006-1951?

CVE-2006-1951 affects SolarWinds TFTP Server version 8.1 and earlier, as well as versions 5.0.60 standard and 5.0.55 standard.

4

What types of attacks can exploit CVE-2006-1951?

CVE-2006-1951 can be exploited by remote attackers who send crafted GET requests to download arbitrary files from the server.

5

Is CVE-2006-1951 still a risk today?

While the immediate threat of CVE-2006-1951 is lower for current systems, any outdated software still running vulnerable versions poses a risk.

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