Vulnerability Description
The PSFTPd 10.0.4 Build 729 server does not properly escape data before writing it into a Comma Separated Values (CSV) file. This can be used by attackers to hide data in the Graphical User Interface (GUI) view and create arbitrary entries to a certain extent. Special characters such as '"' and ',' and '\r' are not escaped and can be used to add new entries to the log.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Psftp | Psftpd | 10.0.4 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/144972/PSFTPd-Windows-FTP-Server-10.0.4-BuiThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/541518/100/0/threaded
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/43144/Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.x41-dsec.de/lab/advisories/x41-2017-006-psftpd/Third Party Advisory
- http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/144972/PSFTPd-Windows-FTP-Server-10.0.4-BuiThird Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- http://www.securityfocus.com/archive/1/541518/100/0/threaded
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/43144/Third Party AdvisoryVDB Entry
- https://www.x41-dsec.de/lab/advisories/x41-2017-006-psftpd/Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2017-15270?
CVE-2017-15270 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.3 (MEDIUM). The PSFTPd 10.0.4 Build 729 server does not properly escape data before writing it into a Comma Separated Values (CSV) file. This can be used by attackers to hide data in the Graphical User Interface ...
How severe is CVE-2017-15270?
CVE-2017-15270 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2017-15270?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Psftp Psftpd.