Description
FTP Shell Server 6.83 contains a buffer overflow vulnerability in the 'Account name to ban' field that allows local attackers to execute arbitrary code by supplying a crafted string. Attackers can inject shellcode through the account name parameter in the Manage FTP Accounts dialog to overwrite the return address and execute calc.exe or other commands.
Metrics
CVSS 3.1 7.8/10
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:HWeakness enumeration
Affected software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Ftpshell | FTP Shell Server | 6.83 |
References
- http://www.ftpshell.com/index.htmProduct
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/46685Exploit, Third Party Advisory, VDB Entry
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/ftp-shell-server-buffer-overflow-via-account-nameThird Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Mar 22, 2026
- Last modified
- Jun 17, 2026
- NVD status
- Analyzed