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Crob FTP Server Username Format String Error Vulnerability
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Secunia Advisory:
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SA8929
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Release Date:
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2003-06-03
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Last Update:
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2004-02-03
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Popularity:
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7,817 views
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Critical:
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Highly critical
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Impact:
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DoS
System access
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Where:
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From remote
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Solution Status:
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Vendor Patch
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| Software: | Crob FTP Server 2.x
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Description:
A vulnerability has been identified in Crob FTP Server, which can be exploited by malicious people to cause a DoS (Denial of Service) and potentially compromise of a vulnerable system.
The vulnerability is caused due to a format string error and can be exploited by supplying specially crafted data containing format specifiers to the "USER" command.
The vulnerability has been confirmed in version 2.50.4 build 228. However, prior versions may also be affected.
Solution:
Update to version 2.50.10 or later.
http://crob.myetang.com/ftpserver/download.htm
Provided and/or discovered by:
Luca Ercoli
Changelog:
2004-02-03: Added information about fixed versions.
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