CVE-2009-4775
First published: Wed Apr 21 2010(Updated: )
Format string vulnerability in Ipswitch WS_FTP Professional 12 before 12.2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) via format string specifiers in the status code portion of an HTTP response.
Credit: cve@mitre.org
| Affected Software | Affected Version | How to fix |
|---|---|---|
| Ipswitch WS FTP | =12.0 | |
| Ipswitch WS FTP | =12.0 | |
| Ipswitch WS FTP | =12.0.1 | |
| Ipswitch WS FTP | =12.0.1 | |
| Ipswitch WS FTP Server | =12.0 | |
| Ipswitch WS FTP Server | =12.0 | |
| Ipswitch WS FTP Server | =12.0.1 | |
| Ipswitch WS FTP Server | =12.0.1 |
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Reference Links
- http://www.packetstormsecurity.org/0909-exploits/nocoolnameforawsftppoc.pl.txt
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/36297
- http://docs.ipswitch.com/WS_FTP%20122/ReleaseNotes/English/index.htm?k_id=ipswitch_com_ftp_documents_worldwide_ws_ftp122releasenotesenglish#link23
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/53098
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/9607
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2009-4775?
CVE-2009-4775 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential to cause denial of service.
How do I fix CVE-2009-4775?
To fix CVE-2009-4775, upgrade to Ipswitch WS_FTP Professional version 12.2 or later.
Which versions of WS_FTP are affected by CVE-2009-4775?
CVE-2009-4775 affects Ipswitch WS_FTP versions 12.0 and 12.0.1, both for Professional and Home editions.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2009-4775?
CVE-2009-4775 is a format string vulnerability that can lead to a denial of service.
Can CVE-2009-4775 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2009-4775 can be exploited remotely through crafted HTTP response status codes.
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