CVE-1999-0878 — HIGH (10.0)

Vulnerability Description

Buffer overflow in WU-FTPD and related FTP servers allows remote attackers to gain root privileges via MAPPING_CHDIR.

CVSS Score

10.0

HIGH

AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C

Confidentiality

COMPLETE

Integrity

COMPLETE

Availability

COMPLETE

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Beroftpd	Beroftpd	1.3.2
Washington University	Wu-Ftpd	2.4.2_beta18_vr4

References

http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/599
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/599

FAQ

What is CVE-1999-0878?

CVE-1999-0878 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). Buffer overflow in WU-FTPD and related FTP servers allows remote attackers to gain root privileges via MAPPING_CHDIR.

How severe is CVE-1999-0878?

CVE-1999-0878 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 10.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-1999-0878?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Beroftpd Beroftpd, Washington University Wu-Ftpd.