CVE-2009-3655: Medium severity solarwinds serv-u ftp server vulnerability

Published Oct 9, 2009
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Updated

Rhino Software Serv-U 7.0.0.1 through 8.2.0.3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (server crash) via unspecified vectors related to the "SITE SET TRANSFERPROGRESS ON" FTP command.

Affected Software

24 affected components
SolarWinds Serv-u File Server=7.0.0.1
SolarWinds Serv-u File Server=7.0.0.2
SolarWinds Serv-u File Server=7.0.0.3
SolarWinds Serv-u File Server=7.0.0.4
SolarWinds Serv-u File Server=7.1.0.0
SolarWinds Serv-u File Server=7.1.0.1
SolarWinds Serv-u File Server=7.1.0.2
SolarWinds Serv-u File Server=7.2.0.0
SolarWinds Serv-u File Server=7.2.0.1
SolarWinds Serv-u File Server=7.3.0.0
SolarWinds Serv-u File Server=7.3.0.1
SolarWinds Serv-u File Server=7.3.0.2
SolarWinds Serv-u File Server=7.4.0.0
SolarWinds Serv-u File Server=7.4.0.1
SolarWinds Serv-u File Server=8.0.0.1
SolarWinds Serv-u File Server=8.0.0.2
SolarWinds Serv-u File Server=8.0.0.4
SolarWinds Serv-u File Server=8.0.0.5
SolarWinds Serv-u File Server=8.0.0.7
SolarWinds Serv-u File Server=8.1.0.1
SolarWinds Serv-u File Server=8.1.0.3
SolarWinds Serv-u File Server=8.2.0.0
SolarWinds Serv-u File Server=8.2.0.1
SolarWinds Serv-u File Server=8.2.0.3

Event History

Oct 9, 2009
CVE Published
via MITRE·02:18 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·02:18 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2009-3655?

CVE-2009-3655 has a severity rating of medium due to its potential to cause a denial of service.

2

How do I fix CVE-2009-3655?

To fix CVE-2009-3655, upgrade to a version of Solarwinds Serv-U File Server that is not vulnerable, such as any version beyond 8.2.0.3.

3

What types of attacks are possible with CVE-2009-3655?

CVE-2009-3655 allows remote attackers to exploit the vulnerability to crash the server using the "SITE SET TRANSFERPROGRESS ON" FTP command.

4

Which versions of Solarwinds Serv-U File Server are affected by CVE-2009-3655?

Versions 7.0.0.1 through 8.2.0.3 of Solarwinds Serv-U File Server are affected by CVE-2009-3655.

5

Is there a workaround for CVE-2009-3655?

There is no documented workaround for CVE-2009-3655, hence upgrading to a patched version is recommended.

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