Buffer Overflow Vulnerability in FreeFloat FTP Server by FreeFloat
CVE-2025-5595

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Freefloat

Status
Ftp Server
Vendor
CVE Published:
4 June 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-5595?

A buffer overflow vulnerability has been discovered in FreeFloat FTP Server 1.0, specifically within the PROGRESS Command Handler component. This flaw allows attackers to manipulate memory, potentially leading to arbitrary code execution. The attack can be executed remotely, increasing its potential threat. Public disclosure of this exploit has occurred, highlighting the urgency for users to implement protective measures 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.

CVE-2025-5595 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.311081
vdb-entry
https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.311081
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.587018
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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