3proxy ftpprchild function denial of service

3proxy-ftpprchild-dos (37401) The risk level is classified as LowLow Risk

Description:

3proxy is vulnerable to a denial of service, caused by an error in the FTP proxy module ftpprchild() function. By sending multiple OPEN commands, a remote attacker could cause the service to crash.

Platforms Affected:

  • Gentoo, Linux
  • Vladimir Dubrovin, 3proxy prior to 0.5.3j

Remedy:

Upgrade to the latest version of 3proxy (0.5.3j or later), available from the 3proxy Web site. See References.

For other distributions:
Apply the appropriate update for your system. See References.

Consequences:

Denial of Service

References:

Reported:

Oct 23, 2007

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