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CVE-1999-1072: Excite for Web Servers (EWS) 1.1 allows local users to gain privileges by obtaining the encrypted password...

Excite for Web Servers (EWS) 1.1 allows local users to gain privileges by obtaining the encrypted password from the world-readable Architext.conf authentication file and replaying the encrypted password in an HTTP request to AT-generated.cgi or AT-admin.cgi.

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CVE-1999-1072 describes a privilege risk in Excite for Web Servers 1.1. A local user could read an authentication configuration file that should not be world-readable, then reuse the stored encrypted password against administrative CGI functions. This matters mainly where this legacy software still exists on shared or exposed servers. Exposure is likely limited to legacy systems running Excite for Web Servers 1.1, especially shared Unix-style hosting environments where untrusted local users can read web server configuration files. Treat this as a legacy exposure cleanup item unless EWS 1.1 is confirmed in production. If present on a shared or internet-facing server, prioritize containment or retirement because the issue can turn local access into administrative control. Mitigation focus: Identify any systems running Excite for Web Servers 1.1.; Check vendor or archival guidance for fixed versions or retirement advice.; Restrict authentication configuration files from world-readable access..

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