MEDIUM
CVE-2025-14242
Published: January 14, 2026· Updated: Mar 12, 2026
6.5
CVSS v3.1
Official Description
A flaw was found in vsftpd. This vulnerability allows a denial of service (DoS) via an integer overflow in the ls command parameter parsing, triggered by a remote, authenticated attacker sending a crafted STAT command with a specific byte sequence.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2025-14242 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
Exploitation requires some privileges, which limits the exposure to scenarios where an attacker has already gained initial access.
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2025-14242
CVSS Score6.5 / 10
SeverityMEDIUM
CISA KEVNo
PublishedJan 14, 2026
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2025-14242 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
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