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Multiple Overflows in WS_FTP client

Vulnerability Assessment Summary
IPSWITCH WS_FTP client overflow detection

Detailed Explanation for this Vulnerability Assessment

The remote host has a version of the WS_FTP client which is vulnerable to
multiple remote exploits.
A possible hacker, exploiting these bugs would be able to access confidential
data on this system.

To exploit this flaw, a possible hacker would need to lure a user of this host
to visit a rogue FTP server, by inviting him by email, AIM or any other
mean.

Solution : Upgrade to the newest version of the WS_FTP client
See also : http://www.ipswitch.com/
Network Security Threat Level: High

Networks Security ID: 9872

Vulnerability Assessment Copyright: This script is Copyright (C) 2005 Tenable Network Security

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