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CVE-2019-17320

9.8 · CRITICAL

NetSarang XFTP Client 6.0149 and earlier version contains a buffer overflow vulnerability caused by improper boundary checks when copying file name from an attacker controlled FTP server.

Published Oct 10, 2019CWE-119EPSS 2.18%

Overview

CVE-2019-17320 is a critical-severity vulnerability. It was published on October 10, 2019 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated CRITICAL. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

NetSarang XFTP Client 6.0149 and earlier version contains a buffer overflow vulnerability caused by improper boundary checks when copying file name from an attacker controlled FTP server. That leads attacker to execute arbitrary code by sending a crafted filename.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2019-17320?

CVE-2019-17320 is a critical-severity vulnerability. It was published on October 10, 2019 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

How severe is CVE-2019-17320?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated CRITICAL. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2019-17320?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

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