14012 : GProftpd gprostats Utility Log Parser Remote Format String
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10 months ago

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Disclosure
Feb 18, 2005

Discovery
Unknown

Dates

Exploit
Unknown

Solution
Unknown

Description

 GProftpd contains a flaw that may allow a malicious user to execute arbitrary code. The issue is triggered when an FTP transfer with a crafted filename causes format string specifiers to be inserted into the ProFTPD transfer log. It is possible that the flaw may allow arbitrary code execution resulting in a loss of integrity.

Classification

 Location: Remote/Network Access Required
Attack Type: Input Manipulation
Impact: Loss of Integrity
Exploit: Exploit Unknown
Disclosure: OSVDB Verified

Solution

 Upgrade to version 8.1.9 or higher, as it has been reported to fix this vulnerability. An upgrade is required as there are no known workarounds.

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GProftpd
Watch-list
 8.1.8
8.1.7

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  • Tavis Ormandy - tavisoBrand New Doo Doogoogle.com - Google Information Security Team

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