Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
TurboFTP Server 1.30.823 and 1.30.826 can be compromised remotely through FTP without a password. The reported impact is full code execution with SYSTEM privileges, which could give an attacker control of the Windows host. Exposure matters mainly where these old versions still run, especially on internet-facing FTP services.
Executive priority
Treat as urgent where affected versions are present, especially on internet-facing systems. The business concern is full host compromise without authentication. If no affected instances exist, priority shifts to documenting that finding and ensuring legacy FTP is not reintroduced.
Technical view
The issue is a CWE-120 buffer overflow in PORT command handling. The CVSS 4.0 vector indicates network access, low complexity, no privileges, no user interaction, and high impact across confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The source bundle names only TurboFTP Server 1.30.823 and 1.30.826 as affected.
Likely exposure
Organizations are likely exposed only if they still operate TurboSoft TurboFTP Server versions 1.30.823 or 1.30.826. Risk is highest for externally reachable FTP services. The provided affected list marks other versions as unaffected by default, but environments should verify actual installed versions and service exposure.
Exploitation context
The source bundle cites public exploit references from Rapid7 Metasploit and Exploit-DB, so proof-of-concept or exploit material is public. CISA KEV status is false in the bundle, and no cited source here establishes active exploitation in the wild.
Researcher notes
Evidence is strong for affected versions, vulnerability class, impact, and public exploit availability. The bundle does not name a vendor patch, fixed version, or official mitigation. Avoid assuming broader TurboFTP impact beyond versions 1.30.823 and 1.30.826 without additional vendor evidence.
Mitigation direction
- Identify and retire TurboFTP Server 1.30.823 and 1.30.826 instances.
- Check TurboSoft or trusted vendor guidance for supported upgrade or replacement paths.
- Restrict FTP exposure to trusted networks while remediation is planned.
- Disable the service where it is not business-critical.
- Monitor affected hosts for suspicious FTP activity and privilege abuse.
Validation and detection
- Inventory FTP services and confirm TurboFTP Server product and version.
- Check external attack surface for internet-exposed FTP endpoints.
- Review asset records for legacy Windows hosts running TurboFTP Server.
- Correlate FTP logs with unusual crashes, restarts, or authentication bypass patterns.
- Confirm remediation by rechecking versions and network reachability.
Public sources used
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- Critical
- CVSS
- 10 (4.0)
- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
Vector: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:H/SI:H/SA:H
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CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:H/SI:H/SA:H——Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
Base CVSS 4.0 score
10CriticalVector: CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:H/SI:H/SA:H
Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://raw.githubusercontent.com/rapid7/metasploit-framework/master/modules/exploits/windows/ftp/turboftp_port.rbCVE reference · exploit
- https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/22161CVE reference · exploit
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/turbo-ftp-server-port-command-buffer-overflowCVE reference · third-party-advisory
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CWE details
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Buffer Copy without Checking Size of Input ('Classic Buffer Overflow')
Buffer Copy without Checking Size of Input ('Classic Buffer Overflow') represents a recurring weakness pattern that can create exploitable paths when design, validation, or implementation controls are missing.