CVE-2026-42167
High
Description
mod_sql in ProFTPD before 1.3.9a allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a username, in scenarios where there is logging of USER requests with an expansion such as %U, and the SQL backend allows commands (e.g., COPY TO PROGRAM).
SeverityHigh
CVSS8.1
Exploit probability—
ProductProftpd
PublishedApr 28, 2026
First seenApr 28, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-89SQL injection
How to fix
Sources list no fixed version or patch link for this vulnerability.
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| proftpd proftpd | v ≤ 1.3.9b | — |
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