Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in FreeFloat FTP Server by FreeFloat
CVE-2025-5357

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Freefloat

Status
Ftp Server
Vendor
CVE Published:
30 May 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-5357?

A buffer overflow vulnerability has been identified in the FreeFloat FTP Server 1.0, specifically within the PWD Command Handler component. This flaw allows for remote exploitation, potentially enabling attackers to manipulate memory allocation and execute unauthorized commands. The vulnerability has been publicly disclosed, highlighting the need for immediate attention and mitigation strategies by users of the affected server.

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-2025-5357 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.310651
vdb-entry
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.310651
signaturepermissions-required
https://vuldb.com/?submit.585641
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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CVE-2025-5357 : Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in FreeFloat FTP Server by FreeFloat