Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2012-5905 is a denial-of-service issue in KnFTPd 1.0.0. An authenticated remote user can crash the FTP service by sending an overly long FEAT command. The public record does not show active exploitation or a vendor fix. Exposure is limited to organizations still running KnFTPd 1.0.0 on reachable FTP services with accounts usable by remote users. Because KnFTPd is old and niche, prevalence may be low, but asset evidence is required. Prioritize remediation if KnFTPd 1.0.0 supports business workflows or is reachable by external users. The main business risk is FTP outage, not proven data theft, but public exploit references reduce tolerance for delay. Mitigation focus: Identify and retire KnFTPd 1.0.0 where possible.; Check vendor or maintainer guidance for any fixed build.; Restrict FTP access to trusted networks and users..
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- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- knftpd-feat-dos(74441)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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