CVE-2023-53886
High
Description
Xlight FTP Server 3.9.3.6 contains a stack buffer overflow vulnerability in the 'Execute Program' configuration that allows attackers to crash the application. Attackers can trigger the vulnerability by inserting 294 characters into the program execution configuration, causing a denial of service condition.
SeverityHigh
CVSS7.5
Exploit probability—
ProductXlightftpd Xlight Ftp Server
PublishedDec 15, 2025
First seenDec 15, 2025
Weakness typeCWE-121CWE-121
How to fix
Sources list no fixed version or patch link for this vulnerability.
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| xlightftpd xlight_ftp_server | 3.9.3.6 | — |
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