Is CVE-2009-1675 actively exploited?

A proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available for CVE-2009-1675, but active exploitation has not been confirmed.

Can CVE-2009-1675 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2009-1675 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2009-1675?

CVE-2009-1675 has a CVSS score of 9.3 (CRITICAL).

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CVE-2009-1675

CWE-119Published: May 18, 2009· Updated: Jun 16, 2026

9.3

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Stack-based buffer overflow in ElectraSoft 32bit FTP 09.04.24 allows remote FTP servers to execute arbitrary code via a long 227 reply to a PASV command.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2009-1675 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.

A proof-of-concept (PoC) exploit exists for CVE-2009-1675. While not yet confirmed in active campaigns, the availability of PoC code increases exploitation risk substantially.

From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-119): Buffer overflow vulnerabilities can lead to arbitrary code execution or denial of service by corrupting adjacent memory.