CVE-2013-10042
CRITICALCVSS v3
9.8
CRITICAL
EPSS Score
55.3%
exploit probability
CISA KEV
No
known exploited
Exploitation
—
SSVC status
Description
A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in freeFTPd version 1.0.10 and earlier in the handling of the FTP PASS command. When an attacker sends a specially crafted password string, the application fails to validate input length, resulting in memory corruption. This can lead to denial of service or arbitrary code execution. Exploitation requires the anonymous user account to be enabled.
Technical Details
- Published
- 7/31/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2013-10042?
A stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability exists in freeFTPd version 1.0.10 and earlier in the handling of the FTP PASS command. When an attacker sends a specially crafted password string, the application fails to validate input length, resulting in memory corruption. This can lead to denial of service or arbitrary code execution. Exploitation requires the anonymous user account to be enabled.
Is CVE-2013-10042 actively exploited?
Active exploitation of CVE-2013-10042 has not been confirmed. The EPSS score is 55.3%, indicating the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What is the CVSS score for CVE-2013-10042?
CVE-2013-10042 has a CVSS v3 base score of 9.8 (CRITICAL severity).
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