407 : PFTP Default Unpassworded Account
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Timeline

Disclosure Date
2000-01-01

Description

By default, PFTP installs with a default unpassworded account. The "/" (no quotes) account has no password set, which is publicly known and documented. This allows attackers to trivially access the program or system.

Classification

Location: Remote / Network Access
Attack Type: Authentication Management
Impact: Loss of Integrity
Exploit: Exploit Public

Solution

Upgrade to version 2.9g or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds.

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