Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in FreeFloat FTP Server by FreeFloat
CVE-2025-5218

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Freefloat

Status
Ftp Server
Vendor
CVE Published:
27 May 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-5218?

A critical vulnerability has been discovered in the FreeFloat FTP Server 1.0.0, specifically in the LITERAL Command Handler component. This flaw allows for a buffer overflow, which can be exploited remotely, potentially enabling an attacker to execute arbitrary code. The exploit has been made public, raising concerns about its likelihood of being leveraged in attacks against vulnerable systems. It is essential for users of FreeFloat FTP Server to evaluate their exposure and take appropriate security measures.

Affected Version(s)

FTP Server 1.0.0

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-2025-5218 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.310314
vdb-entry
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.310314
signaturepermissions-required
https://vuldb.com/?submit.582965
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)
.