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CVE-2006-5949: Directory traversal vulnerability in ALTools ALFTP FTP Server 4.1 beta 1, and possibly earlier, allows remo...

Directory traversal vulnerability in ALTools ALFTP FTP Server 4.1 beta 1, and possibly earlier, allows remote attackers to create arbitrary directories via directory traversal sequences in a MKD request. NOTE: the provenance of this information is unknown; details are obtained from third party sources.

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This is an old FTP server flaw where a remote user may create directories outside the intended FTP area. The only named product is ALTools ALFTP FTP Server 4.1 beta 1, possibly earlier. Public data is sparse and explicitly notes unknown provenance. Exposure is likely limited to legacy systems still running ALFTP FTP Server, especially if reachable by untrusted networks or allowing directory creation by remote users. Treat as a legacy exposure cleanup item. Escalate if ALFTP is still internet-facing or used by external parties, because the vulnerability permits unauthorized filesystem changes even though current exploit evidence is not provided. Mitigation focus: Inventory systems for ALFTP FTP Server 4.1 beta 1 or earlier.; Remove or replace unsupported ALFTP deployments where practical.; Restrict FTP access to trusted networks and accounts..

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