Race Condition in ftpd Allows Unauthorized File Access
CVE-1999-0035
Currently unrated
Summary
A race condition within the signal handling routine of ftpd can permit malicious users to read from or write to arbitrary files. This vulnerability arises when concurrent processes fail to properly synchronize their operations, allowing unauthorized access to sensitive files. It underscores the importance of robust process synchronization in maintaining system integrity and preventing exploitation.
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Vulnerability Reserved
Vulnerability published