Denial of Service Vulnerability in WinFTP FTP Server 2.3.0
CVE-2008-5666

Currently unrated

Key Information:

Vendor

Wftpserver

Status
Winftp Ftp Server
Vendor
CVE Published:
19 December 2008

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 63%

What is CVE-2008-5666?

The WinFTP FTP Server version 2.3.0 is susceptible to a denial of service attack when operating in passive mode. This vulnerability allows remote authenticated users to disrupt service by issuing a series of FTP sessions that incorporate an invalid 'NLST -1' command. Exploiting this weakness can lead to significant service interruptions for the affected server, potentially impacting accessibility for legitimate users.

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2008-5666 - Proof of Concept

References

http://www.vupen.com/english/advisories/2008/2801
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http://securityreason.com/securityalert/4785
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http://secunia.com/advisories/32209
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EPSS Score

63% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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