CVE-2009-0542 describes a critical SQL injection vulnerability in ProFTPD Server versions 1.3.1 through 1.3.2rc2, specifically within its mod_sql module. This flaw allows unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary SQL commands by injecting a percent character into the username field, leading to a single quote insertion during variable substitution. With a CVSS score of 7.5, this vulnerability presents a high risk due to its network-based attack vector, low attack complexity, and potential for partial compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. While not listed in CISA's KEV catalog, exploit code is publicly available on ExploitDB, indicating a clear path for exploitation, though community discussion and media coverage remain minimal.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
1.3.1CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:proftpd_project:proftpd:1.3.1:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
1.3.2CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:proftpd_project:proftpd:1.3.2:*:*:*:*:*:*:* | ||
1.3.2_rc2CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:proftpd_project:proftpd:1.3.2_rc2:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 2.0
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
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