CVE-2003-0772
HighPublic exploitMultiple buffer overflows in WS_FTP 3 and 4 allow remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via long (1) APPE (append) or (2) STAT (status) arguments.
Published Sep 22, 2003 · Updated Apr 15, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2003-0772 is a high-severity vulnerability (CVSS 7.5 v2) affecting Ws FTP Server (Ipswitch).
- It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 85% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
CVSS v2
7.5
AV:N/AC:L/Au:N/C:P/I:P/A:P
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
85%
Higher than 99.7% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
No known
Not in a known-exploited catalog
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
Multiple buffer overflows in WS_FTP 3 and 4 allow remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via long (1) APPE (append) or (2) STAT (status) arguments.
Affected Products
2 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Ws FTP ServerIpswitch | 4.01, 3.4 | n/a |
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Sep 22, 2003
Last updated
Apr 15, 2026
References
- exploitExploitDB-23100
- exploit8542
- other20030906 Remote and Local Vulnerabilities In WS_FTP Server
- other9671
- otherwsftp-ftp-command-bo(13119)
FAQ
Common Questions.
Multiple buffer overflows in WS_FTP 3 and 4 allow remote authenticated users to cause a denial of service and possibly execute arbitrary code via long (1) APPE (append) or (2) STAT (status) arguments.
Affected: Ws FTP Server (Ipswitch) versions 4.01, 3.4. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is not listed in any known-exploited vulnerabilities catalog.
No, it is not currently listed in the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog.
Public exploit code is available.
No fixed version is listed yet; check the vendor advisory for mitigations.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is very likely to be exploited soon.
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