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The vulnerability in VanDyke Software AbsoluteFTP versions 1.9.6 through 2.2.10 is due to a stack-based buffer overflow. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by sending a specially crafted file name in a LIST command response to the FTP server. This could allow the attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.
Overview
This vulnerability in VanDyke Software AbsoluteFTP versions 1.9.6 through 2.2.10 allows remote attackers to trigger a stack-based buffer overflow via a malicious file name in a LIST command response, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution on the affected system.
Remediation
To remediate this vulnerability, users are advised to update to a patched version of VanDyke Software AbsoluteFTP that addresses the stack-based buffer overflow issue. It is recommended to apply the latest security updates provided by the vendor to mitigate the risk of exploitation.
References
- Exploit-DB: http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/18102
- Secunia Advisory: http://secunia.com/advisories/46781
- Saint Corporation Exploit Info: http://www.saintcorporation.com/cgi-bin/exploit_info/vandyke_absoluteftp_list_client_overflow
- OSVDB: http://www.osvdb.org/77105
- SecurityFocus BID: http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/50614
Industry ExposureMost to leastThis section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
This section illustrates the prevalence of a specific Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) across various industries based on customer reports. The ranking displays industries from the most to least affected by this particular vulnerability, offering valuable insight into where this CVE has been most frequently observed. This information can help organizations within these sectors prioritize their security efforts, understand their relative risk exposure compared to their peers, and focus remediation strategies where they are most needed. By understanding the industry-specific impact, organizations can make more informed decisions regarding patching, resource allocation, and overall risk management related to this CVE.
- Accommodation & Food ServicesAccommodation & Food Services
- Administrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation ServicesAdministrative, Support, Waste Management & Remediation Services
- Agriculture, Forestry Fishing & HuntingAgriculture, Forestry Fishing & Hunting
- Arts, Entertainment & RecreationArts, Entertainment & Recreation
- ConstructionConstruction
- Educational ServicesEducational Services
- Finance and InsuranceFinance and Insurance
- Health Care & Social AssistanceHealth Care & Social Assistance
- InformationInformation
- Management of Companies & EnterprisesManagement of Companies & Enterprises
- ManufacturingManufacturing
- MiningMining
- Other Services (except Public Administration)Other Services (except Public Administration)
- Professional, Scientific, & Technical ServicesProfessional, Scientific, & Technical Services
- Public AdministrationPublic Administration
- Real Estate Rental & LeasingReal Estate Rental & Leasing
- Retail TradeRetail Trade
- Transportation & WarehousingTransportation & Warehousing
- UtilitiesUtilities
- Wholesale TradeWholesale Trade
