CVE-2021-40239
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 1.36%
Last modified
CVE-2021-40239 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. A Buffer Overflow vulnerability exists in the latest version of Miniftpd in the do_retr function in ftpproto.c. EPSS estimates a 1.36% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A Buffer Overflow vulnerability exists in the latest version of Miniftpd in the do_retr function in ftpproto.c
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Miniftpd Project | Miniftpd | 1.0 |
References
- https://github.com/Gabe-commiter/Miniftpd/issues/2Exploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://github.com/Gabe-commiter/Miniftpd/issues/2Exploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2021-40239?
A Buffer Overflow vulnerability exists in the latest version of Miniftpd in the do_retr function in ftpproto.c
How severe is CVE-2021-40239?
CVE-2021-40239 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.36% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2021-40239?
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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