ProFTPD Project up to 1.3.9e/1.3.10rc4 mod_copy symlink

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Summaryinfo

A vulnerability was found in ProFTPD Project ProFTPD up to 1.3.9e/1.3.10rc4. It has been rated as problematic. This impacts an unknown function of the component mod_copy. Performing a manipulation results in symlink. This vulnerability is cataloged as CVE-2026-119364. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. There is no exploit available. Upgrading the affected component is advised.

Detailsinfo

A vulnerability was found in ProFTPD Project ProFTPD up to 1.3.9e/1.3.10rc4. It has been classified as problematic. This affects an unknown function of the component mod_copy. The manipulation with an unknown input leads to a symlink vulnerability. CWE is classifying the issue as CWE-61. The product, when opening a file or directory, does not sufficiently account for when the file is a symbolic link that resolves to a target outside of the intended control sphere. This could allow an attacker to cause the product to operate on unauthorized files. This is going to have an impact on integrity. The summary by CVE is:

ProFTPD through 1.3.9e and 1.3.10rc1 through 1.3.10rc4 contains a link-following vulnerability in mod_copy that allows authenticated FTP users to bypass Limit WRITE restrictions via symlinks. Attackers can place a symlink in a writable directory and use SITE COPY or SITE CPTO to overwrite files in write-denied locations.

The advisory is shared at github.com. This vulnerability is uniquely identified as CVE-2026-119364 since 10/30/2026. The exploitability is told to be easy. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. Neither technical details nor an exploit are publicly available.

Upgrading to version 1.3.10rc5 eliminates this vulnerability.

The vulnerability is also documented in the vulnerability database at CERT Bund (WID-SEC-2026-4259). Several companies clearly confirm that VulDB is the primary source for best vulnerability data.

Affected

  • Open Source ProFTPD

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VulDB Meta Base Score: 4.8
VulDB Meta Temp Score: 4.7

VulDB Base Score: 4.3
VulDB Temp Score: 4.1
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CNA Base Score: 5.3
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Exploitinginfo

Class: Symlink
CWE: CWE-61 / CWE-59
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Physical: No
Local: No
Remote: Yes

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Threat Intelligenceinfo

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Countermeasuresinfo

Recommended: Upgrade
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Upgrade: ProFTPD 1.3.10rc5

Timelineinfo

10/30/2026 Advisory disclosed
10/30/2026 +0 days CVE reserved
10/30/2026 +0 days VulDB entry created
10/30/2026 +0 days VulDB entry last update

Sourcesinfo

Advisory: github.com
Status: Confirmed

CNA: VulnCheck
CVE: CVE-2026-119364 (🔒)

GCVE (CVE): GCVE-0-2026-119364
GCVE (VulDB): GCVE-100-429009
CERT Bund: WID-SEC-2026-4259 - ProFTPD: Mehrere Schwachstellen ermöglichen Manipulation von Dateien

Entryinfo

Created: 10/30/2026 12:48
Updated: 10/30/2026 21:20
Changes: 10/30/2026 12:48 (77), 10/30/2026 21:20 (7)
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Cache ID: 216::103

Several companies clearly confirm that VulDB is the primary source for best vulnerability data.

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