CVE-2003-1592: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2003-1592: Multiple buffer overflows in NWFTPD.nlm in the FTP server in Novell NetWare 6.0 before SP4 and 6.5 before S...

Multiple buffer overflows in NWFTPD.nlm in the FTP server in Novell NetWare 6.0 before SP4 and 6.5 before SP1 allow remote attackers to cause a denial of service (abend) via a long (1) username or (2) password.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedSep 16, 2024, 20:26 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This is an old Novell NetWare FTP server flaw that can crash the service when it receives overly long login values. The known impact is denial of service, not confirmed data theft or code execution. Business urgency is highest for organizations still running exposed legacy NetWare FTP services. Exposure appears limited to legacy Novell NetWare 6.0 before SP4 or 6.5 before SP1 systems running the NWFTPD.nlm FTP server, especially if FTP is reachable from untrusted networks. Treat as a legacy availability risk. Prioritize if NetWare FTP is still used for business operations or reachable externally. If no such systems exist, document non-exposure and close with evidence. Mitigation focus: Apply the relevant Novell service pack: NetWare 6.0 SP4 or 6.5 SP1 guidance.; Confirm vendor guidance from the Novell support reference before making legacy changes.; Disable the NetWare FTP service if it is no longer required..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 02:49 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Apr 5, 2010, 15:15 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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