CVE-1999-0083

Summary

CVE-1999-0083 is an old vulnerability affecting FTP (File Transfer Protocol) servers. The issue stems from a getcwd() function defect, which unintentionally leaks file descriptors. An attacker can manipulate this flaw to gain unauthorized access to a system by reading sensitive files through the FTP server. This vulnerability highlights the importance of regularly updating and patching software to mitigate known security risks.

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