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CVE-2024-58299: CWE-121 Stack-based Buffer Overflow in PCMan FTP Server

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VulnerabilityCVE-2024-58299cvecve-2024-58299cwe-121
Published: Fri Dec 12 2025 (12/12/2025, 19:56:39 UTC)
Source: CVE Database V5
Vendor/Project: PCMan
Product: FTP Server

Description

PCMan FTP Server 2.0 contains a buffer overflow vulnerability in the 'pwd' command that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code. Attackers can send a specially crafted payload during the FTP login process to overwrite memory and potentially gain system access.

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AILast updated: 04/07/2026, 22:54:32 UTC

Technical Analysis

CVE-2024-58299 is a stack-based buffer overflow vulnerability in PCMan FTP Server 2.0 affecting the 'pwd' command. Remote attackers can exploit this vulnerability by sending a crafted payload during the FTP login process, leading to arbitrary code execution. The vulnerability requires no privileges or user interaction and has high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The CVSS 4.0 vector indicates network attack vector, low attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, and high impact on all security properties.

Potential Impact

Successful exploitation allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on the affected system, potentially leading to full system compromise. The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the server. Since no authentication is required, this poses a significant risk to any deployment of PCMan FTP Server 2.0 exposed to untrusted networks.

Mitigation Recommendations

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, it is recommended to restrict network access to the FTP server, disable the vulnerable 'pwd' command if possible, or replace the software with a secure alternative. Monitor vendor channels for updates and apply patches promptly once available.

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Technical Details

Data Version
5.2
Assigner Short Name
VulnCheck
Date Reserved
2025-12-11T00:58:28.456Z
Cvss Version
4.0
State
PUBLISHED

Threat ID: 693c7642a3f11564d0d3b889

Added to database: 12/12/2025, 8:08:34 PM

Last enriched: 4/7/2026, 10:54:32 PM

Last updated: 5/8/2026, 10:59:46 PM

Views: 153

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