CVE-2020-28864 : Exploit Details and Defense Strategies

WinSCP 5.17.8 is affected by a buffer overflow vulnerability that can be exploited by a malicious FTP server to cause a denial of service or potentially have other impacts through a long file name.

Understanding CVE-2020-28864

This CVE identifier pertains to a specific vulnerability in WinSCP 5.17.8.

What is CVE-2020-28864?

The CVE-2020-28864 vulnerability involves a buffer overflow in WinSCP 5.17.8 that can be triggered by a malicious FTP server using an excessively long file name.

The Impact of CVE-2020-28864

The vulnerability can lead to a denial of service condition or potentially enable the attacker to achieve other unspecified impacts on the affected system.

Technical Details of CVE-2020-28864

This section provides more technical insights into the CVE-2020-28864 vulnerability.

Vulnerability Description

The buffer overflow in WinSCP 5.17.8 allows a malicious FTP server to exploit the system by sending a long file name, potentially leading to a denial of service or other adverse effects.

Affected Systems and Versions

Product: WinSCP 5.17.8
Vendor: N/A
Version: N/A

Exploitation Mechanism

The vulnerability is exploited by a malicious FTP server sending a long file name to the WinSCP 5.17.8 client, triggering the buffer overflow.

Mitigation and Prevention

To address CVE-2020-28864 and enhance system security, consider the following steps:

Immediate Steps to Take

Update WinSCP to the latest version to mitigate the vulnerability.
Avoid connecting to untrusted or suspicious FTP servers.

Long-Term Security Practices

Regularly update software and apply security patches.
Implement network segmentation to limit the impact of potential attacks.

Patching and Updates

Ensure timely installation of security patches and updates for WinSCP to address known vulnerabilities.