CVE-2008-5754

Stack-based buffer overflow in BulletProof FTP Client allows user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary code via a .bps file (aka Session-File) with a long…

published December 30, 2008

CVSS
—
EPSS
5%
Percentile
91.6
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ An unsuspecting user could trigger a stack-based buffer overflow in BulletProof FTP Client with just a .bps file that’s longer than it should be! This vulnerability is surprisingly sneaky! Think of it like a delivery truck trying to fit a ridiculously oversized package through a narrow alley — if it’s too big, it might just topple over and cause chaos! If an attacker tricks a user into opening a malicious .bps file, they could execute arbitrary code, giving them control over the user's system. This could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive files or even complete system compromise. Yikes!

Put simply

Think of it like a delivery truck trying to fit a ridiculously oversized package through a narrow alley — if it’s too big, it might just topple over and cause chaos! This vulnerability occurs due to a stack-based buffer overflow when the BulletProof FTP Client processes a .bps file that contains an excessively long second line. It allows user-assisted attackers to run arbitrary code on the system.

What to do

If an attacker tricks a user into opening a malicious .bps file, they could execute arbitrary code, giving them control over the user's system. This could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive files or even complete system compromise. Yikes! To stay safe, avoid opening .bps files from untrusted sources. Although there is no patch available for this specific flaw, ensure you’re using the latest version of BulletProof FTP Client and consider monitoring for any security updates. 🚀 You’ve got this! Stay vigilant and keep your systems secure! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.04620 · 91.6th percentile
Published
2008-12-30T17:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 30 DEC 17:00Z
    Stack-based buffer overflow in BulletProof FTP Client allows user-assisted attackers to execute arbitrary code via a .bps file (aka Session-File) with a long…
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