Serv-U FTP could reveal the server physical path information
| servu-ftp-server-path (4060) |  Low Risk |
Description:
FTP Serv-U could reveal the physical directory path of the server. When a user requests a non-existent file or directory, or changes to an existing directory, the full directory path of the server will be displayed. An attacker could use this information for a later attack.
Consequences:
Obtain Information
Remedy:
To block directory paths from being displayed, change the message settings in the server's configuration.
To restrict the display of full directory paths (in version 2.5b):
- Start the User or Group Manager.
- Select a user or group.
- Click the Misc. button, then click the Show path relative to homedir checkbox.
- Repeat steps 1-3 for each user or group.
References:
- BugTraq Mailing List, Tue Feb 29 2000 - 21:45:34 CST: Re: Serv-U FTP-Server v2.4a showing real path.
- BID-1016: Serv-U FTP Server Path Disclosure Vulnerability
- CVE-2000-0176: The default configuration of Serv-U 2.5d and earlier allows remote attackers to determine the real pathname of the server by requesting a URL for a directory or file that does not exist.
- OSVDB ID: 13632: Serv-U FTP Server Invalid URL Request Path Disclosure
Platforms Affected:
- Rhino Software Serv-U FTP Server
Reported:
Feb 29, 2000
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