7.5
CWE
119
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2013-4742: Buffer Overflow

First published: Fri Aug 09 2013(Updated: )

Buffer overflow in NetWin SurgeFTP before 23d2 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) or possibly execute arbitrary code via a long string within the authentication request.

Credit: cve@mitre.org

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
SurgeFTP<=2.3b1
SurgeFTP=2.0c
SurgeFTP=2.0d
SurgeFTP=2.0e
SurgeFTP=2.0f
SurgeFTP=2.2k1
SurgeFTP=2.2k3
SurgeFTP=2.2m1
SurgeFTP=2.3a1
SurgeFTP=2.3a2
SurgeFTP=2.3a6
SurgeFTP=2.3a7
SurgeFTP=2.3a8
SurgeFTP=2.3a9
SurgeFTP=2.3a10
SurgeFTP=2.3a12

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2013-4742?

    CVE-2013-4742 has a high severity rating due to its potential to cause a denial of service and execute arbitrary code.

  • How do I fix CVE-2013-4742?

    To fix CVE-2013-4742, you should upgrade NetWin SurgeFTP to version 23d2 or later.

  • Which versions of NetWin SurgeFTP are affected by CVE-2013-4742?

    CVE-2013-4742 affects all NetWin SurgeFTP versions prior to 23d2, including 2.3b1 and earlier versions.

  • What type of attack does CVE-2013-4742 facilitate?

    CVE-2013-4742 facilitates a buffer overflow attack that can lead to denial of service or remote code execution.

  • Is CVE-2013-4742 a critical vulnerability?

    Yes, CVE-2013-4742 is considered critical as it allows remote attackers to exploit the flaw without requiring authentication.

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