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CVE-2008-1611 affects TFTP Server SP 1.4 for Windows. A specially long filename in a TFTP read or write request can crash the service and may allow arbitrary code execution. This matters most where old TFTP services remain exposed for device bootstrapping or file transfer. Exposure is likely limited to legacy Windows hosts still running TFTP Server SP 1.4, especially if TFTP is reachable from untrusted networks. TFTP is often used for network device provisioning, so internal exposure may matter even when internet exposure is absent. Prioritize remediation if this software is present and reachable. The product is old, the issue is remote, and public exploit references exist. If no deployment is found, document the negative finding and keep TFTP exposure checks in asset hygiene processes. Mitigation focus: Find and retire TFTP Server SP 1.4 where possible.; Disable TFTP on systems that do not require it.; Restrict TFTP access to trusted management networks only..
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- tftpserver-filename-bo(41496)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
- 5314CVE reference · exploit, x_refsource_EXPLOIT-DB
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