Vulnerability Description
One-byte buffer overflow in replydirname function in BSD-based ftpd allows remote attackers to gain root privileges.
CVSS Score
10.0
HIGH
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| David Madore | Ftpd-Bsd | 0.2.3 |
| Netbsd | Netbsd | 1.4 |
| Openbsd | Openbsd | 2.4 |
References
- ftp://ftp.NetBSD.ORG/pub/NetBSD/misc/security/advisories/NetBSD-SA2000-018.txt.a
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-12/0275.htmlPatch
- http://www.openbsd.org/advisories/ftpd_replydirname.txtPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2124ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5776
- ftp://ftp.NetBSD.ORG/pub/NetBSD/misc/security/advisories/NetBSD-SA2000-018.txt.a
- http://archives.neohapsis.com/archives/bugtraq/2000-12/0275.htmlPatch
- http://www.openbsd.org/advisories/ftpd_replydirname.txtPatchVendor Advisory
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/2124ExploitPatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/5776
FAQ
What is CVE-2001-0053?
CVE-2001-0053 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 10.0 (HIGH). One-byte buffer overflow in replydirname function in BSD-based ftpd allows remote attackers to gain root privileges.
How severe is CVE-2001-0053?
CVE-2001-0053 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-2001-0053?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: David Madore Ftpd-Bsd, Netbsd Netbsd, Openbsd Openbsd.