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CVE-2001-1113: Buffer Overflow

First published: Mon Aug 13 2001(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in TrollFTPD 1.26 and earlier allows local users to execute arbitrary code by creating a series of deeply nested directories with long names, then running the ls -R (recursive) command.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Trolltech Trollftpd=1.24
Trolltech Trollftpd=1.22
Trolltech Trollftpd=1.19
Trolltech Trollftpd=1.21
Trolltech Trollftpd=1.23
Trolltech Trollftpd=1.25
Trolltech Trollftpd=1.18
Trolltech Trollftpd=1.20
Trolltech Trollftpd=1.17
Trolltech Trollftpd=1.26

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2001-1113?

    CVE-2001-1113 has a high severity as it allows local users to execute arbitrary code through a buffer overflow.

  • How do I fix CVE-2001-1113?

    To mitigate CVE-2001-1113, update to a version of TrollFTPD later than 1.26 which addresses this vulnerability.

  • Which versions of TrollFTPD are affected by CVE-2001-1113?

    TrollFTPD versions 1.26 and earlier are affected by CVE-2001-1113.

  • What is the nature of the vulnerability in CVE-2001-1113?

    CVE-2001-1113 is a buffer overflow vulnerability triggered by creating deeply nested directories with long names.

  • Who can exploit the vulnerability listed in CVE-2001-1113?

    Local users with access to the system can exploit CVE-2001-1113 to execute arbitrary code.

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