CVE-1999-0076

Summary

CVE-1999-0076 is a buffer overflow vulnerability affecting the wu-ftp software. This issue arises when the software processes a PASV command, resulting in a core dump due to an excessive input in the buffer. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability by sending a specially crafted PASV command, potentially leading to the execution of arbitrary code or a denial-of-service condition. This vulnerability was identified in 1999 and poses a significant risk to systems using outdated versions of wu-ftp. It is crucial for organizations to apply the necessary patches to mitigate this threat.

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