CVE-2008-2779 describes a directory traversal vulnerability in GlobalSCAPE CuteFTP Home and Pro versions 8.2.0. This flaw allows malicious FTP servers to create or overwrite arbitrary files on a client's system by using "../" sequences in LIST command responses, potentially leading to remote code execution if files are written to a Startup folder. With a CVSS score of 9.3 (Critical), this vulnerability has a network attack vector, medium attack complexity, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While no public exploit code or active exploitation is reported, and community discussion is minimal, the potential for code execution makes it a significant risk.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
8.2.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:globalscape:cuteftp:8.2.0:*:home:*:*:*:*:* | ||
8.2.0CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:globalscape:cuteftp:8.2.0:*:pro:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:M/Au:N/C:C/I:C/A:C
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