event Rule:
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Sid:
1379
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Summary:
This is generated when an attempt is made to exploit a buffer
overflow vulnerability associated with IPSWITCH WS_FTP server for
Windows hosts.
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Impact:
Remote administrator access. A successful attack can allow remote
execution of arbitrary commands with privileges of administrator.
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Detailed Information:
A buffer overflow exists in WS_FTP server that may permit the execution
of arbitrary commands with the privileges of administrator. The exploit
can be generated by FTP client sending a STAT command accompanied by an
argument greater than 479 bytes long. This exploit requires login
access to the FTP server.
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Affected Systems:
Hosts running WS_FTP 2.0.3.
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Attack server Scenarios:
An attacker may login to a vulnerable WS_FTP server and supply an overly
long file argument to cause a buffer overflow, allowing execution of
arbitrary commands with the privileges of administrator.
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Ease of Attack:
Simple.
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False Positives:
None Known.
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False Negatives:
None Known.
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Corrective Action:
Upgrade to the latest non-affected version of the software.
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