Vulnerability identifier: #VU12889
Vulnerability risk: High
CVSSv3.1: 8.3 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-19
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
cURL
Client/Desktop applications /
Other client software
Vendor:
curl.haxx.se
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.
The weakness exists due to incorrect handling of long FTP server command replies. A remote attacker can trick the victim into connecting to a malicious FTP server and execute arbitrary code.
Successful exploitation of the vulnerability may result in system compromise.
Mitigation
Install update from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
cURL: 7.50.0 - 7.59.0
External links
http://packetstormsecurity.com/files/cve/CVE-2018-1000303
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.