Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in ABB IDAL FTP Server
CVE-2019-7231
5.7MEDIUM
What is CVE-2019-7231?
The ABB IDAL FTP server is vulnerable to a buffer overflow that occurs when an authenticated attacker sends a lengthy FTP command string. Specifically, by submitting a command string of 472 bytes or more, the attacker can overflow the server's buffer. This leads to an exception that ultimately terminates the server process, potentially disrupting service and exposing the system to further threats.