CVE-2017-16513

CVE-2017-16513 is a high-severity vulnerability in Ipswitch Ws Ftp with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. 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-119.

Key facts

Description

Ipswitch WS_FTP Professional before 12.6.0.3 has buffer overflows in the local search field and the backup locations field, aka WSCLT-1729.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2017-16513?
Ipswitch WS_FTP Professional before 12.6.0.3 has buffer overflows in the local search field and the backup locations field, aka WSCLT-1729.
How severe is CVE-2017-16513?
CVE-2017-16513 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2017-16513 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (81st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2017-16513?
CVE-2017-16513 affects Ipswitch Ws Ftp. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2017-16513?
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-2017-16513 published?
CVE-2017-16513 was published on 2017-11-03 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

Affected products (1)

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