CVE-2009-4194
CVE-2009-4194 is a high-severity vulnerability in Kmint21 Golden Ftp Server with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-22.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.1)
- CVSS v2: 6.0
- EPSS exploit prediction: 3% (88th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-22
- Affected product: Kmint21 Golden Ftp Server
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Directory traversal vulnerability in Golden FTP Server 4.30 Free and Professional, 4.50, and possibly other versions allows remote authenticated users to delete arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the DELE command. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2009-4194?
- Directory traversal vulnerability in Golden FTP Server 4.30 Free and Professional, 4.50, and possibly other versions allows remote authenticated users to delete arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) in the DELE command. NOTE: some of these details are obtained from third party information.
- How severe is CVE-2009-4194?
- CVE-2009-4194 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.1, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2009-4194 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 3% (88th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2009-4194?
- CVE-2009-4194 primarily affects Kmint21 Golden Ftp Server. In total, 2 product configurations (CPEs) are listed as vulnerable; see the affected-products list for the exact versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2009-4194?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2009-4194 published?
- CVE-2009-4194 was published on 2009-12-03 and last updated on 2026-06-16.
References
- http://blog.sat0ri.com/?p=292
- http://secunia.com/advisories/37527
- http://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/10258
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/54497
Affected products (2)
- cpe:2.3:a:kmint21:golden_ftp_server:4.30:*:*:*:free:*:*:*
- cpe:2.3:a:kmint21:golden_ftp_server:4.50:*:*:*:professional:*:*:*
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