7.5
CWE
255 798
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2010-2073

First published: Wed Jun 16 2010(Updated: )

auth_db_config.py in Pyftpd 0.8.4 contains hard-coded usernames and passwords for the (1) test, (2) user, and (3) roxon accounts, which allows remote attackers to read arbitrary files from the FTP server.

Credit: secalert@redhat.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Debian Pyftpd=0.8.4
Pyftpdlib=0.8.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2010-2073?

    CVE-2010-2073 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for remote exploitation that allows unauthorized access to FTP server files.

  • How do I fix CVE-2010-2073?

    To fix CVE-2010-2073, upgrade Pyftpd to a version that no longer contains hard-coded credentials or implement access controls to restrict unauthorized access.

  • What are the implications of CVE-2010-2073 for my FTP server?

    The implications of CVE-2010-2073 include the risk of unauthorized file access which can lead to data breaches and compromise of sensitive information.

  • What accounts are affected by CVE-2010-2073?

    CVE-2010-2073 affects hard-coded accounts including 'test', 'user', and 'roxon' which can be exploited by attackers.

  • In which software is CVE-2010-2073 found?

    CVE-2010-2073 is found in Pyftpd version 0.8.4.

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