ftpd in linux-ftpd 0.17, and possibly other versions, performs a chdir before setting the UID, which allows local users to bypass intended access restrictions by redirecting their home directory to a restricted directory.
CVSS Details
- CVSS 3.1 Base Score: 7.1
Covered by Rapid7
| Product | Vendor Advisory | Solution File | Added | Published |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Debian | — | Upgrade linux-ftpd | Jul 30, 2024 | Nov 7, 2006 |
| Gentoo Linux | — | Upgrade net-ftp/netkit-ftpd. | Oct 30, 2017 | Nov 7, 2006 |
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