CVE-2010-4221: Buffer Overflow

Published Nov 9, 2010
·
Updated

Multiple stack-based buffer overflows in the prnetiotelnetgets function in netio.c in ProFTPD before 1.3.3c allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via vectors involving a TELNET IAC escape character to a (1) FTP or (2) FTPS server.

Affected Software

15 affected components
ProFTPD ProFTPD=1.3.3-b
ProFTPD ProFTPD=1.3.3-rc4
ProFTPD ProFTPD=1.3.2-d
ProFTPD ProFTPD=1.3.2-a
ProFTPD ProFTPD=1.3.3-rc2
ProFTPD ProFTPD=1.3.2-c
ProFTPD ProFTPD=1.3.2-e
ProFTPD ProFTPD=1.3.2
ProFTPD ProFTPD=1.3.3-rc3
ProFTPD ProFTPD=1.3.3-a
ProFTPD ProFTPD=1.3.2-rc3
ProFTPD ProFTPD=1.3.2-b
ProFTPD ProFTPD=1.3.2-rc4
ProFTPD ProFTPD=1.3.3
ProFTPD ProFTPD=1.3.3-rc1

Event History

Nov 9, 2010
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:00 PM
Description
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2010-4221?

CVE-2010-4221 has a CVSS base score of 7.5, indicating it is a high-severity vulnerability.

2

How do I fix CVE-2010-4221?

To fix CVE-2010-4221, upgrade ProFTPD to version 1.3.3c or later.

3

What types of attacks can CVE-2010-4221 allow?

CVE-2010-4221 can allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on vulnerable servers.

4

Which versions of ProFTPD are affected by CVE-2010-4221?

CVE-2010-4221 affects ProFTPD versions prior to 1.3.3c, including multiple 1.3.2 and 1.3.3 release versions.

5

Is CVE-2010-4221 a local or remote vulnerability?

CVE-2010-4221 is a remote vulnerability, allowing attacks from unauthenticated attackers over the network.

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