Buffer Overflow in FreeFloat FTP Server Affects User Authentication
CVE-2012-10023

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Freefloat

Status
Ftp Server
Vendor
CVE Published:
5 August 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC🟣 EPSS 76%

What is CVE-2012-10023?

A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in FreeFloat FTP Server version 1.0.0, which occurs due to improper input validation in the USER command. Attackers can exploit this flaw by sending overly long username strings, leading to potential memory overwrite and arbitrary code execution. This vulnerability poses significant risks, allowing remote exploitation that may compromise server security.

Affected Version(s)

FTP Server *

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-2012-10023 - Proof of Concept

CVE-2012-10023 - Proof of Concept

CVE-2012-10023 - Proof of Concept

References

https://raw.githubusercontent.com/rapid7/metasploit-frame...
exploit
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/23243
exploit
https://my.saintcorporation.com/cgi-bin/exploit_info/free...
third-party-advisory

EPSS Score

76% chance of being exploited in the next 30 days.

CVSS V4

Score:
6.9
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

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