CVE-2008-7264
UnknownEPSS 1.19%
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CVE-2008-7264 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. The ftp_QUIT function in ftpserver.py in pyftpdlib before 0.5.0 allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (file descriptor exhaustion and daemon outage) by sending a QUIT command during a disallowed data-transfer attempt.. EPSS estimates a 1.19% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The ftp_QUIT function in ftpserver.py in pyftpdlib before 0.5.0 allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (file descriptor exhaustion and daemon outage) by sending a QUIT command during a disallowed data-transfer attempt.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| G.Rodola | Pyftpdlib | <= 0.4.0 |
| G.Rodola | Pyftpdlib | 0.1 |
| G.Rodola | Pyftpdlib | 0.1.1 |
| G.Rodola | Pyftpdlib | 0.2.0 |
| G.Rodola | Pyftpdlib | 0.3.0 |
References
- http://code.google.com/p/pyftpdlib/issues/detail?id=71Exploit, Patch
- http://code.google.com/p/pyftpdlib/issues/detail?id=71Exploit, Patch
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2008-7264?
The ftp_QUIT function in ftpserver.py in pyftpdlib before 0.5.0 allows remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service (file descriptor exhaustion and daemon outage) by sending a QUIT command during a disallowed data-transfer attempt.
How severe is CVE-2008-7264?
Severity scoring for CVE-2008-7264 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.19% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2008-7264?
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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