CVE-1999-1475

Description

ProFTPd 1.2 compiled with the mod_sqlpw module records user passwords in the wtmp log file, which allows local users to obtain the passwords and gain privileges by reading wtmp, e.g. via the last command.

4.6
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 2.0 •
EPSS 0.10%
Vendor Advisory securityfocus.com Vendor Advisory securityfocus.com
Affected: n/a n/a
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/35483 mailing list patch vendor advisory
http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/812 vdb entry patch vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-1999-1475?
CVE-1999-1475 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-1999-1475?
To fix CVE-1999-1475, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-1999-1475 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-1999-1475 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
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