CVE-2003-0831: ProFTPD 1.2.7 through 1.2.9rc2 does not properly translate newline characters when transferring files in AS...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This legacy ProFTPD flaw affects FTP servers that mishandle ASCII file-transfer newline conversion, causing a buffer overflow. A remote attacker could use specially crafted files to run code. Business risk is concentrated in old ProFTPD 1.2.7 through 1.2.9rc2 deployments, especially internet-facing FTP services. Exposure is likely limited to legacy systems still running ProFTPD 1.2.7 through 1.2.9rc2. Internet-facing FTP servers are the highest concern; internal FTP systems still matter if reachable by untrusted users. Prioritize immediately if any affected ProFTPD version is exposed to the internet or untrusted users. If no affected legacy servers exist, document non-exposure and continue routine vulnerability hygiene. Mitigation focus: Identify and retire affected ProFTPD 1.2.7 through 1.2.9rc2 installations.; Apply vendor or distribution security updates from trusted package repositories.; Restrict FTP exposure to required networks only..

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Jun 30, 2026, 08:29 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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