FTP_EXPLOIT NextFTP client overflow

 

Code: p451

Severity: Warning

 

Description: This event is generated when an attempt is made to exploit a buffer overflow condition in certain versions of NextFTP for Windows.

Impact: Serious. System compromize presenting the attacker with the opportunity to execute arbitrary code.

Corrective: Upgrade to the latest non-affected version of the software. Use Secure Shell (ssh) for file transfer as opposed to FTP.