Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2005-0372 affects older GTK+ gftp clients. A malicious FTP server could abuse filenames returned in a directory listing to make the client expose local files. This is mainly a workstation or legacy-client risk, not a public server exposure. Exposure is likely limited to systems with gftp GTK+ versions earlier than 2.0.18 that connect to malicious or untrusted FTP servers. Modern environments are only affected if legacy gftp packages remain installed or are used in workflows. Treat this as a legacy cleanup item unless vulnerable gftp clients are actively used. Prioritize remediation on administrator workstations, jump hosts, and systems that handle sensitive local files or connect to external FTP servers. Mitigation focus: Upgrade gftp to 2.0.18 or later through trusted OS packages.; Apply relevant distribution advisories from Debian, Red Hat, Gentoo, Mandriva, Fedora, or Conectiva.; Remove gftp from systems where FTP client use is no longer required..
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- oval:org.mitre.oval:def:9923CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
- oval:org.mitre.oval:def:717CVE reference · vdb-entry, signature
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