CVE-2005-0278: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2005-0278: The FTP service in 3Com 3CDaemon 2.0 revision 10 allows remote attackers to gain sensitive information via...

The FTP service in 3Com 3CDaemon 2.0 revision 10 allows remote attackers to gain sensitive information via a cd command that contains an MS-DOS device name, which reveals the installation path in an error message.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 21:05 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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This is an old information disclosure issue in the FTP service of 3Com 3CDaemon 2.0 revision 10. A remote user can trigger an error message that reveals the server installation path. By itself, this is not code execution, but it can help attackers map a legacy system. Exposure is most likely where 3Com 3CDaemon 2.0 revision 10 is still installed and its FTP service is reachable by untrusted users. This is legacy software, so presence should be verified through inventory rather than assumed. Treat this as a low-priority vulnerability unless the affected FTP service is internet-facing or part of a sensitive environment. The bigger concern is continued operation of unsupported legacy FTP software. Mitigation focus: Identify and retire unnecessary 3Com 3CDaemon FTP deployments.; Restrict FTP access to trusted networks where the service must remain.; Check vendor or trusted advisory archives for fixed versions or official guidance..

Prepared: Jun 30, 2026, 01:08 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Feb 10, 2005, 05:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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3cdaemon-command-obtain-information(18756)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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