CVE-2018-25254

9.8 CRITICAL
Published: April 04, 2026 Modified: April 27, 2026
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Description

NICO-FTP 3.0.1.19 contains a structured exception handler buffer overflow vulnerability that allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by sending crafted FTP commands. Attackers can connect to the FTP service and send oversized data in response handlers to overwrite SEH pointers and redirect execution to injected shellcode.

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CVSS v3.x Details

0.0 Low Medium High Critical 10.0
Vector String
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools

Patch Vendor Advisory Exploit Third Party Advisory
https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45442
Source: disclosure@vulncheck.com
Exploit VDB Entry
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/nico-ftp-buffer-overflow-seh
Source: disclosure@vulncheck.com
Third Party Advisory

3 reference(s) from NVD

Quick Stats

CVSS v3 Score
9.8 / 10.0
EPSS (Exploit Probability)
0.3%
53th percentile
Exploitation Status
Not in CISA KEV

Weaknesses (CWE)

Affected Vendors

nico-ftp_project