CVE-1999-0201

CVE-1999-0201 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Ftp with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.4. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.

Key facts

Description

A quote cwd command on FTP servers can reveal the full path of the home directory of the "ftp" user.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-1999-0201?
A quote cwd command on FTP servers can reveal the full path of the home directory of the "ftp" user.
How severe is CVE-1999-0201?
CVE-1999-0201 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 6.4, rated medium severity.
Is CVE-1999-0201 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 6% (93rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-1999-0201?
CVE-1999-0201 affects Ftp. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-1999-0201?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround.
When was CVE-1999-0201 published?
CVE-1999-0201 was published on 1997-01-01 and last updated on 2026-06-16.

References

Affected products (1)

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