CVE-2001-0687: Broker FTP server 5.9.5 for Windows NT and 9x allows a remote attacker to retrieve privileged web server sy...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This is an old information-disclosure issue in Broker FTP server 5.9.5 on Windows NT and Windows 9x. A remote attacker could use FTP directory handling to view privileged web server system information. Business urgency depends on whether this legacy FTP product is still deployed, especially on internet-facing systems. Exposure is likely limited to organizations still running Broker FTP server 5.9.5 on Windows NT or Windows 9x. Risk is higher if the FTP service is reachable from untrusted networks or can read web server/system locations. Prioritize discovery and retirement if legacy FTP servers remain in scope. This is not a confirmed active exploitation case, but unsupported internet-facing FTP on obsolete Windows systems is a material operational risk. Mitigation focus: Identify and retire Broker FTP server 5.9.5 where still present.; Check vendor or archival guidance before relying on any specific patch claim.; Restrict FTP access to trusted networks only..

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Jul 1, 2026, 09:17 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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