Vulnerability Description
Integer overflow in kbdint.c in mod_sftp in ProFTPD 1.3.4d and 1.3.5r3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via a large response count value in an authentication request, which triggers a large memory allocation.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Proftpd | Proftpd | 1.3.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://bugs.proftpd.org/show_bug.cgi?id=3973Patch
- http://kingcope.wordpress.com/2013/09/11/proftpd-mod_sftpmod_sftp_pam-invalid-poExploit
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2013-10/msg00032.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2015-06/msg00020.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2013/dsa-2767
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2013/09/17/6Exploit
- http://bugs.proftpd.org/show_bug.cgi?id=3973Patch
- http://kingcope.wordpress.com/2013/09/11/proftpd-mod_sftpmod_sftp_pam-invalid-poExploit
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2013-10/msg00032.html
- http://lists.opensuse.org/opensuse-updates/2015-06/msg00020.html
- http://www.debian.org/security/2013/dsa-2767
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2013/09/17/6Exploit
FAQ
What is CVE-2013-4359?
CVE-2013-4359 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.0 (MEDIUM). Integer overflow in kbdint.c in mod_sftp in ProFTPD 1.3.4d and 1.3.5r3 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (memory consumption) via a large response count value in an authentication r...
How severe is CVE-2013-4359?
CVE-2013-4359 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.0/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2013-4359?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Proftpd Proftpd.