CVE-2003-0755 Memory corruption in n/a
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code on gtkftpd servers by exploiting a buffer overflow via long directory names in LIST commands.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2003-0755?
CVE-2003-0755 is a critical memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 6 Sep 2003. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.
Official description
Buffer overflow in sys_cmd.c for gtkftpd 1.0.4 and earlier allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by creating long directory names and listing them with a LIST command.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2003-0755?
It affects 1 product.
Products include Gtkftpd Gtkftp.
How do I fix CVE-2003-0755?
No fix has been published for CVE-2003-0755 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.
Is CVE-2003-0755 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2003-0755 exists.
Public exploit code: 1 Exploit-DB entry.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-gr3c-432v-3p98.