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CVE-2001-0218: Format string vulnerability in mars_nwe 0.99.pl19 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands.

Format string vulnerability in mars_nwe 0.99.pl19 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands.

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CVE-2001-0218 is a format string flaw in mars_nwe 0.99.pl19. The CVE description says remote attackers can execute arbitrary commands, making exposed legacy installations a serious business risk despite the age of the issue. Exposure is most likely in legacy environments still running mars_nwe 0.99.pl19. Modern exposure is probably limited by the product age, but unmanaged BSD/Unix systems, archives, or forgotten compatibility servers should be checked. Treat this as a legacy-system risk item. Prioritize discovery and removal of exposed instances, because the stated impact is remote command execution and the available evidence lacks modern compensating details. Mitigation focus: Identify and remove or upgrade mars_nwe 0.99.pl19 installations.; Review FreeBSD-SA-01:20 and vendor guidance for the supported remediation path.; Disable the service if it is no longer required..

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