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CVE-2006-6563

UnknownEPSS 2.30%

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CVE-2006-6563 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. Stack-based buffer overflow in the pr_ctrls_recv_request function in ctrls.c in the mod_ctrls module in ProFTPD before 1.3.1rc1 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a large reqarglen length value.. EPSS estimates a 2.30% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in the pr_ctrls_recv_request function in ctrls.c in the mod_ctrls module in ProFTPD before 1.3.1rc1 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a large reqarglen length value.

Metrics

EPSS Probability
2.30%

81.1th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Affected Software

VendorProductVersions
Proftpd ProjectProftpd1.3.0
Proftpd ProjectProftpd1.3.0a

References

Timeline

Published
Last Modified
Status
Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2006-6563?
Stack-based buffer overflow in the pr_ctrls_recv_request function in ctrls.c in the mod_ctrls module in ProFTPD before 1.3.1rc1 allows local users to execute arbitrary code via a large reqarglen length value.
How severe is CVE-2006-6563?
Severity scoring for CVE-2006-6563 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 2.30% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2006-6563?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST