CVE-1999-0498
CVSS 2.0 Score 10 of 10 (high)
Details
Published Sep 27, 1991
Updated: Nov 20, 2024
Summary
CVE-1999-0498 refers to a vulnerability in the Trivial File Transfer Protocol (TFTP) service. The issue arises when TFTP is not implemented with sufficient file access restrictions, enabling remote attackers to access sensitive information, such as password files, by navigating outside of the intended directory. This vulnerability can potentially lead to unauthorized access and privilege escalation. It is crucial for TFTP servers to be properly configured and secured to mitigate this risk.
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