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CVE-2004-0277: Format string vulnerability in Dream FTP 1.02 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash)...

Format string vulnerability in Dream FTP 1.02 allows remote attackers to cause a denial of service (crash) and possibly execute arbitrary code via format string specifiers in the username.

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Plain-English summary

CVE-2004-0277 affects Dream FTP 1.02. A remote user may crash the FTP server by sending specially formatted username data, and the CVE notes possible arbitrary code execution. The source bundle does not provide CVSS, CPEs, a confirmed patch, or evidence of active exploitation.

Executive priority

Prioritize only if Dream FTP 1.02 exists in the environment. For exposed legacy FTP servers, treat remediation as urgent because the issue can crash service and may allow deeper compromise.

Technical view

The vulnerability is a format string issue in Dream FTP 1.02 username handling. The attack surface appears to be remote FTP login processing, before a successful login is required. Confirmed impact is denial of service; arbitrary code execution is described as possible but not proven in the supplied sources.

Likely exposure

Exposure is likely limited to legacy systems still running Dream FTP 1.02. Risk rises sharply if the FTP service is reachable from the internet or untrusted internal networks. The provided affected-product metadata is incomplete despite the CVE description naming Dream FTP 1.02.

Exploitation context

Public vulnerability database and mailing-list references existed in 2004. The source bundle marks KEV as false and provides no cited evidence of current active exploitation. Because this is a username parsing flaw, unauthenticated reachability may matter.

Researcher notes

Evidence is sparse and old. The CVE describes a format string in username input with denial of service and possible code execution. No CVSS, CWE, CPE, patch status, or modern exploitation confirmation is included in the supplied bundle.

Mitigation direction

  • Inventory systems for Dream FTP 1.02 or legacy Dream FTP installations.
  • Check vendor or archived advisory guidance for any available fixed version.
  • Remove, replace, or decommission Dream FTP 1.02 where found.
  • Restrict FTP exposure to trusted networks or VPN access only.
  • Monitor affected hosts for FTP service crashes or suspicious login failures.

Validation and detection

  • Confirm whether any host runs Dream FTP 1.02.
  • Review asset inventory, installed software records, and service banners.
  • Identify whether FTP is internet-facing or reachable by untrusted users.
  • Check logs for repeated failed username attempts and service restarts.
  • Document compensating controls if immediate removal is not possible.
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Confidence
medium
Sources
6

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