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If through a vulnerability assessment, a network security issue is detected for the vulnerability below, applying the appropriate security patches in a timely matter is very important. If you have detected that your system has already been compromised, following CERT's Network Security recovery document will assist with recommended steps for system recovery. Home >> Browse Vulnerability Assessment Database >> Denial of Service >> FTP Windows 98 MS/DOS device names DOS Vulnerability Assessment Details
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FTP Windows 98 MS/DOS device names DOS |
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Crashes Windows 98 Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Assessment It was possible to freeze or reboot Windows by reading a MS/DOS device through FTP, using a file name like CON\CON, AUX.htm or AUX. A cracker may use this flaw to make your system crash continuously, preventing you from working properly. Solution : upgrade your system or use a FTP server that filters those names out. Reference : http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=KB en-us Q256015 Reference : http://online.securityfocus.com/archive/1/195054 Network Security Threat Level: High Networks Security ID: Vulnerability Assessment Copyright: This script is Copyright (C) 2001 Michel Arboi |
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