5595 : NcFTP Client Local Credentials Disclosure
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Disclosure

Apr 22, 2004

Discovery

Unknown

Dates

Exploit

Apr 22, 2004

Solution

Unknown

Description

NcFTP Client contains a flaw that may allow a malicious user to see other users' passwords using "ps". The issue is triggered anytime the NcFTP client is used with a FTP URL. It is possible that the flaw may allow passwords to be exposed resulting in a loss of confidentiality.

Classification

Location: Local Access Required
Attack Type: Information Disclosure
Impact: Loss of Confidentiality
Exploit: Exploit Available
Disclosure: OSVDB Verified

Solution

Currently, there are no known upgrades or patches to correct this issue. It is possible to correct the flaw by implementing the following workaround(s): Supply all user credentials in interactive mode.

Products

NcFTP Software Inc.
Watch-list
NcFTPD Client
Watch-list
3.0.0
3.0.1
3.0.2
3.0.3
3.0.4
3.1.0
3.1.1
3.1.2
3.1.3
3.1.4
3.1.5
3.1.6
3.1.7

References

Credit

  • Konstantin Gavrilenko - k.gavrilenkoBrand New Doo Dooarhont.com - Arhont Ltd - Information Security

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