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A buffer overflow vulnerability exists in NetFtpd for NetTerm versions 5.1.1 and earlier. The vulnerability is triggered when a remote attacker sends an overly long USER command to the FTP service, resulting in a buffer overflow condition. This can allow the attacker to overwrite memory and potentially execute arbitrary code on the target system.
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This repository contains a single Metasploit exploit module targeting a buffer overflow vulnerability in the NetTerm NetFTPD FTP server (CVE-2005-1323). The exploit works by sending a specially crafted USER command to the FTP service, overflowing a buffer and allowing arbitrary code execution. The module supports multiple Windows targets, including Windows 2000, XP, 2003, and NT 4.0, with specific return addresses for each. The payload is fully customizable using Metasploit's payload system, enabling the attacker to execute code of their choice (such as a reverse shell). The attack vector is network-based, requiring the attacker to connect to the target's FTP service. The code is written in Ruby and is structured as a standard Metasploit module, with clear separation of initialization, vulnerability check, and exploitation logic. No hardcoded IP addresses or domains are present; the exploit targets any host running the vulnerable FTP service.
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