Debian Linux ftpwatch Package Vulnerability

BID:317

Info

Debian Linux ftpwatch Package Vulnerability

Bugtraq ID: 317
Class: Unknown
CVE:
Remote: No
Local: Yes
Published: Jan 17 1999 12:00AM
Updated: Jan 17 1999 12:00AM
Credit: First posted to bugtraq by Jamie Fifield <[email protected]> on January 17, 1999.
Vulnerable: Debian Linux 2.0
Debian Linux 1.3.1
Debian Linux 1.3
Not Vulnerable: Debian Linux 2.0 r5

Discussion

Debian Linux ftpwatch Package Vulnerability

The Debian GNU/Linux ftpwatch package has a serious vulnerability which makes it possible for users to gain root access.

Exploit / POC

Debian Linux ftpwatch Package Vulnerability

Currently the SecurityFocus staff are not aware of any exploits for this issue. If you feel we are in error or are aware of more recent information, please mail us at: [email protected].

Solution / Fix

Debian Linux ftpwatch Package Vulnerability

Solution:
The ftpwatch package was removed from the Debian distribution in Debian GNU/Linux 2.0r5.

References

Debian Linux ftpwatch Package Vulnerability

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