CVE-1999-1344
CVE-1999-1344 is a high-severity vulnerability in Auto Ftp with a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 2.0 base score 7.5)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (63rd percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Affected product: Auto Ftp
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Auto_FTP.pl script in Auto_FTP 0.2 stores usernames and passwords in plaintext in the auto_ftp.conf configuration file.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-1999-1344?
- Auto_FTP.pl script in Auto_FTP 0.2 stores usernames and passwords in plaintext in the auto_ftp.conf configuration file.
- How severe is CVE-1999-1344?
- CVE-1999-1344 has a CVSS 2.0 base score of 7.5, rated high severity.
- Is CVE-1999-1344 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (63rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-1999-1344?
- CVE-1999-1344 affects Auto Ftp. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-1999-1344?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-1999-1344 published?
- CVE-1999-1344 was published on 1999-10-05 and last updated on 2026-06-16.
References
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:auto_ftp:auto_ftp:0.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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