CVE-2016-15003

Public Exploit
FileZilla Client Installer uninstall.exe unquoted search path

Description

A vulnerability has been found in FileZilla Client 3.17.0.0 and classified as problematic. This vulnerability affects unknown code of the file C:\Program Files\FileZilla FTP Client\uninstall.exe of the component Installer. The manipulation leads to unquoted search path. The attack can be initiated remotely. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used.

Category

6.3
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.24%
Third-Party Advisory vuldb.com Third-Party Advisory exploit-db.com Third-Party Advisory youtu.be
Affected: FileZilla Client
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/39803/ exploit vdb entry third party advisory
https://youtu.be/r06VwwJ9J4M third party advisory exploit
https://vuldb.com/?id.97204 third party advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2016-15003?
CVE-2016-15003 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2016-15003?
To fix CVE-2016-15003, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2016-15003 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2016-15003 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2016-15003?
CVE-2016-15003 affects FileZilla Client.
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