Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in FreeFloat FTP Server 1.0
CVE-2025-5111

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Freefloat

Vendor
CVE Published:
23 May 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-5111?

A security flaw has been discovered in FreeFloat FTP Server 1.0, specifically within the TYPE Command Handler. This vulnerability allows for remote manipulation, leading to a buffer overflow, which could be exploited by attackers to execute arbitrary code or disrupt service. The details of this exploit have been publicly disclosed, heightening the urgency for users of the affected version to apply necessary patches or mitigations to safeguard their systems.

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.

References

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)
.
CVE-2025-5111 : Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in FreeFloat FTP Server 1.0