CVE-2004-1885: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2004-1885: Ipswitch WS_FTP Server 4.0.2 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary programs as SYSTEM by u...

Ipswitch WS_FTP Server 4.0.2 allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary programs as SYSTEM by using the SITE command to modify certain iFtpSvc options that are handled by iftpmgr.exe.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 8, 2024, 01:07 UTC (UTC+00:00)

Security readout for executives and security teams

This vulnerability lets a logged-in remote user make WS_FTP Server run programs with Windows SYSTEM privileges. That means a compromised or malicious FTP account could become full server control. The source bundle names Ipswitch WS_FTP Server 4.0.2; evidence for other versions is not provided. Exposure is likely limited to legacy deployments of Ipswitch WS_FTP Server 4.0.2, especially internet-reachable FTP services with active user accounts. The bundle does not establish exposure for later versions or related Progress/Ipswitch products. Treat confirmed WS_FTP Server 4.0.2 exposure as a high-priority legacy risk. The vulnerability requires authentication, but successful abuse can produce SYSTEM-level control of the server. Mitigation focus: Inventory any WS_FTP Server deployments and identify exact product versions.; Retire or isolate WS_FTP Server 4.0.2 where still present.; Check vendor or successor-maintainer guidance for supported upgrade or remediation paths..

Prepared: Jun 29, 2026, 21:12 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: May 10, 2005, 04:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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wftp-site-gain-priviliege(15558)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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