Vulnerability Description
ProFTPD before 1.3.9c and 1.3.10rc3 contains a signed integer overflow vulnerability in the mod_sftp module's SCP size-record parser that allows authenticated low-privilege attackers to bypass ASLR by sending a crafted file size value of UINT64_MAX, which results in a negative off_t value. Attackers can exploit the subsequent conversion to uint32_t, causing an approximately 4 GB requested read length and forcing the server to read beyond the end of the SSH channel data and write overread process memory into the uploaded file. In tested configurations, the disclosed data contains libc, libcrypto, and PIE pointers sufficient to derive their randomized base addresses, thereby bypassing ASLR and enabling reliable exploitation of memory corruption vulnerabilities in the same process.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Proftpd | Proftpd | < 1.3.9c |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/proftpd/proftpd/blob/master/RELEASE_NOTESRelease Notes
- https://github.com/proftpd/proftpd/commit/b9b7dde1bcd74bc23366484d53856b67b8d6d9Patch
- https://github.com/proftpd/proftpd/pull/2201Issue TrackingPatch
- https://github.com/proftpd/proftpd/releases/tag/v1.3.10rc3-3ProductRelease Notes
- https://github.com/proftpd/proftpd/releases/tag/v1.3.9cProductRelease Notes
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/proftpd-mod-sftp-signed-integer-overflow-viPatchRelease NotesThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-63091?
CVE-2026-63091 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). ProFTPD before 1.3.9c and 1.3.10rc3 contains a signed integer overflow vulnerability in the mod_sftp module's SCP size-record parser that allows authenticated low-privilege attackers to bypass ASLR by...
How severe is CVE-2026-63091?
CVE-2026-63091 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-63091?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Proftpd Proftpd.