CVE-2004-0042 — MEDIUM (5.0)

Vulnerability Description

vsftpd 1.1.3 generates different error messages depending on whether or not a valid username exists, which allows remote attackers to identify valid usernames.

CVSS Score

5.0

MEDIUM

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

Confidentiality

PARTIAL

Integrity

NONE

Availability

NONE

Affected Products

Vendor	Product	Versions
Beasts	Vsftpd	1.1.3

References

http://securitytracker.com/id?1008628
http://securitytracker.com/id?1008628

FAQ

What is CVE-2004-0042?

CVE-2004-0042 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). vsftpd 1.1.3 generates different error messages depending on whether or not a valid username exists, which allows remote attackers to identify valid usernames.

How severe is CVE-2004-0042?

CVE-2004-0042 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2004-0042?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Beasts Vsftpd.