ArgoSoft FTP Server RNTO command buffer overflow

argosoft-ftp-rnto-bo (26197) The risk level is classified as HighHigh Risk

Description:

ArGoSoft FTP Server is vulnerable to a heap-based buffer overflow. By sending an overly long RNTO command, a remote attacker with valid authentication credentials could overflow a buffer and cause the server to crash or execute arbitrary code on the system.


Consequences:

Gain Access

Remedy:

Upgrade to the latest version of ArgoSoft FTP Server (1.4.3.7 or later), available from the ArgoSoft FTP Server Web site. See References.

References:

Platforms Affected:

  • ArGoSoft ArGoSoft FTP Server 1.4.3.6

Reported:

May 03, 2006

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