CVE-2024-48208 Memory corruption in n/a

High 8.6 Published 24 Oct 2024 Updated 28 Oct 2024

An out-of-bounds read in pure-ftpd's ls.c file can lead to buffer overflow, potentially causing denial of service or code execution.

Exploited in the wild: Not known
Login needed: Not needed
Attackable: Over the internet
Victim action needed: Not needed
Fix: Available

What is CVE-2024-48208?

CVE-2024-48208 is a high-severity memory corruption vulnerability in n/a, published on 24 Oct 2024. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, with no action from the victim.

Official description

pure-ftpd before 1.0.52 is vulnerable to Buffer Overflow. There is an out of bounds read in the domlsd() function of the ls.c file.

Weakness: CWE-125

Which versions are affected by CVE-2024-48208?

It affects 1 product.

Linux distribution packages (1)

pure-ftpd openSUSE:Tumbleweed All versions 1.0.51-5.1

Products include Pureftpd Pure-Ftpd.

How do I fix CVE-2024-48208?

Upgrade to a fixed version.

Upgrade to the fixed version. Memory-safe languages, compiler hardening and fuzzing prevent most new cases. More about Memory corruption.

Is CVE-2024-48208 being exploited?

It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2024-48208 exists.

Public exploit code: 1 Nuclei template and 1 proofs of concept on GitHub.

Sources

Also known as DEBIAN-CVE-2024-48208, GHSA-rrmj-qxgv-v296, UBUNTU-CVE-2024-48208, openSUSE-SU-2025:15266-1.