CVE-2000-0038

CVSS 2.0 Score 7.5 of 10 (high)

Details

Published Dec 23, 1999
Updated: Nov 20, 2024

Summary

CVE-2000-0038 is a vulnerability affecting the glFtpD server. This issue arises due to the presence of a default user account named "glftpd" with a password and User ID (UID) of 0. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by gaining unauthorized access to the system, potentially leading to serious security consequences. The default credentials offer a simple way for malicious actors to bypass authentication, making it essential for system administrators to apply patches or configure glFtpD to disable or change the default account and password.

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