CVE-2010-20121
BaseFortify
Publication date: 2025-08-21
Last updated on: 2025-09-10
Assigner: VulnCheck
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| easyftp_server_project | easyftp_server | to 1.7.0.12 (exc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-121 | A stack-based buffer overflow condition is a condition where the buffer being overwritten is allocated on the stack (i.e., is a local variable or, rarely, a parameter to a function). |
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AI Powered Q&A
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is a stack-based buffer overflow in EasyFTP Server versions up to 1.7.0.11. It occurs in the FTP command parser when processing the CWD (Change Working Directory) command. The server does not properly validate the length of the input string, allowing an attacker to overwrite memory on the stack. Because EasyFTP allows anonymous access by default, this flaw enables remote code execution without requiring authentication.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely on the affected server without authentication. This can lead to full compromise of the server, unauthorized access, data theft, or disruption of services.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
To mitigate this vulnerability, immediately upgrade EasyFTP Server to version 1.7.0.12 or later, where the issue is resolved. Additionally, consider disabling anonymous access if it is not required, as the vulnerability allows remote code execution without authentication.