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CVE-1999-1078: WS_FTP Pro 6.0 uses weak encryption for passwords in its initialization files, which allows remote attacker...

WS_FTP Pro 6.0 uses weak encryption for passwords in its initialization files, which allows remote attackers to easily decrypt the passwords and gain privileges.

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WS_FTP Pro 6.0 stored saved passwords with weak encryption in initialization files. If an attacker can obtain those files, the stored passwords may be recoverable and used to access FTP accounts or related systems. The provided sources do not identify active exploitation or a vendor fix. Exposure is most likely in legacy environments where WS_FTP Pro 6.0 remains installed and stores reusable credentials in initialization files. Modern systems are unlikely to be affected unless the old client or copied configuration files remain present. Treat this as a legacy credential-exposure issue. Prioritize if the organization still uses WS_FTP Pro 6.0 or retains old configuration backups containing production credentials. Otherwise, track as technical debt during legacy software cleanup. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for WS_FTP Pro 6.0 and related saved configuration files.; Check vendor or maintainer guidance for supported replacement or upgrade options.; Remove saved passwords from legacy client initialization files where feasible..

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