Vulnerability Description
Format string vulnerability in hsftp 1.11 allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via file names containing format string characters that are not properly handled when executing an "ls" command.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Samhain Labs | Hsftp | 1.4 |
References
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2004-February/017737.html
- http://www.osvdb.org/4029
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/9715PatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/15276
- https://www.debian.org/security/2004/dsa-447
- http://lists.grok.org.uk/pipermail/full-disclosure/2004-February/017737.html
- http://www.osvdb.org/4029
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/9715PatchVendor Advisory
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/15276
- https://www.debian.org/security/2004/dsa-447
FAQ
What is CVE-2004-0159?
CVE-2004-0159 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). Format string vulnerability in hsftp 1.11 allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via file names containing format string characters that are...
How severe is CVE-2004-0159?
CVE-2004-0159 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2004-0159?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Samhain Labs Hsftp.