CVE-1999-1171

Summary

CVE-1999-1171 is a vulnerability affecting IPswitch WS-FTP servers. Local users can exploit this issue by modifying the "flags" registry key to the value of 1920, thereby gaining elevated privileges and the ability to add or modify mail accounts. This vulnerability poses a significant security risk, as unauthorized users could potentially gain unintended access to sensitive information or take control of the server. It is recommended that affected organizations apply the available patch or configure their WS-FTP servers to prevent unauthorized registry modifications.

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