CVE Catalog

CVE-2001-1355

High
Published: Translated: NVD NIST

Summary

Buffer overflows in the NetWin Authentication Module (NWAuth) version 3.0b and earlier could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code via long arguments to the -del or -lookup commands. This issue affects DMail, SurgeFTP, and possibly other packages.

Risk Assessment

Buffer overflows can lead to remote code execution, posing a significant security risk to systems using vulnerable versions of the software. Attackers may gain full control over the system.

Recommendation

It is recommended to upgrade to the latest version of the NWAuth module to eliminate buffer overflow vulnerabilities. Additionally, monitor systems for unauthorized activities.

Related vulnerabilities

Original NVD description (English source)

Buffer overflows in NetWin Authentication Module (NWAuth) 3.0b and earlier, as implemented in DMail, SurgeFTP, and possibly other packages, could allow attackers to execute arbitrary code via long arguments to (1) the -del command or (2) the -lookup command.

Vulnerability data from NVD (NIST) · CISA KEV · EPSS