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HIGH · 7.8

CVE-2021-42624

A local buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the latest version of Miniftpd in ftpproto.c through the tmp variable, where a crafted payload can be sent to the affected function.

Vulnerability Description

A local buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the latest version of Miniftpd in ftpproto.c through the tmp variable, where a crafted payload can be sent to the affected function.

CVSS Score

7.8

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Attack Vector
LOCAL
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
LOW
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
UNCHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
HIGH
Availability
HIGH

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
Miniftpd ProjectMiniftpd-

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-120

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2021-42624?

CVE-2021-42624 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). A local buffer overflow vulnerability exists in the latest version of Miniftpd in ftpproto.c through the tmp variable, where a crafted payload can be sent to the affected function.

How severe is CVE-2021-42624?

CVE-2021-42624 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2021-42624?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Miniftpd Project Miniftpd.