Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in FreeFloat FTP Server Affecting BELL Command Handler
CVE-2025-5050

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Freefloat

Status
Ftp Server
Vendor
CVE Published:
21 May 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-5050?

A buffer overflow vulnerability has been identified in FreeFloat FTP Server 1.0, specifically within the BELL Command Handler component. This vulnerability allows an attacker to manipulate the system remotely, potentially leading to unauthorized access or execution of arbitrary code. Given the public disclosure of this exploit, it poses a significant risk to users of the software, emphasizing the need for immediate mitigation measures.

Affected Version(s)

FTP Server 1.0

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-2025-5050 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.309869
vdb-entry
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.309869
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.581282
third-party-advisory

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

Fernando Mengali (VulDB User)
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