CVE-2021-39602
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.85%
Last modified
CVE-2021-39602 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A Buffer Overflow vulnerabilty exists in Miniftpd 1.0 in the do_mkd function in the ftpproto.c file, which could let a remote malicious user cause a Denial of Service.. EPSS estimates a 0.85% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A Buffer Overflow vulnerabilty exists in Miniftpd 1.0 in the do_mkd function in the ftpproto.c file, which could let a remote malicious user cause a Denial of Service.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:N/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Miniftpd Project | Miniftpd | 1.0 |
References
- https://github.com/Gabe-commiter/Miniftpd/issues/1Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/Gabe-commiter/Miniftpd/issues/1Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-39602?
A Buffer Overflow vulnerabilty exists in Miniftpd 1.0 in the do_mkd function in the ftpproto.c file, which could let a remote malicious user cause a Denial of Service.
How severe is CVE-2021-39602?
CVE-2021-39602 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.85% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-39602?
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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