CVE-1999-1411

CVSS 2.0 Score 7.5 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Nov 26, 1998
Updated: Nov 20, 2024

Summary

CVE-1999-1411 is a vulnerability affecting Debian GNU/Linux 2.0. The installation of the fsp package 2.71-10 introduces an anonymous FTP user without notifying the administrator. This can result in unintended activation of anonymous FTP on some servers, such as wu-ftp, posing a potential risk to data security. Unauthorized access to the server can lead to data theft or modification. System administrators are advised to update their systems and disable anonymous FTP access to mitigate this vulnerability.

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