CVE-2022-46378

Public Exploit

Description

An out-of-bounds read vulnerability exists in the PORT command parameter extraction functionality of Weston Embedded uC-FTPs v 1.98.00. A specially-crafted set of network packets can lead to denial of service. An attacker can send packets to trigger this vulnerability.This vulnerability occurs when no port argument is provided to the `PORT` command.

Categories

6.5
CVSS
Severity: Medium
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.12%
Third-Party Advisory talosintelligence.com
Affected: Weston Embedded uC-FTPs
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://talosintelligence.com/vulnerability_reports/TALOS-2022-1681 mitigation third party advisory exploit
https://github.com/weston-embedded/uC-FTPs/pull/2 patch

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2022-46378?
CVE-2022-46378 has been scored as a medium severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2022-46378?
To fix CVE-2022-46378, 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-2022-46378 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2022-46378 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-2022-46378?
CVE-2022-46378 affects Weston Embedded uC-FTPs.
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