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CVE-2011-2523 — Python exploit for vsftpd 2.3.4 - Backdoor Command Execution | Kitploit
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CVE-2011-2523

Python exploit for vsftpd 2.3.4 - Backdoor Command Execution

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CVE-2011-2523 - vsftpd 2.3.4 Backdoor Exploit

This is a Python-based exploit script for the infamous backdoor found in vsftpd version 2.3.4. When triggered, it opens a shell on port 6200 — granting remote command execution as the root user in some vulnerable setups.


About the Vulnerability

vsftpd 2.3.4 was maliciously backdoored and distributed. When a username containing :) is sent during FTP login, the server quietly opens a shell on port 6200.

  • CVE ID: CVE-2011-2523
  • Affected Software: vsftpd v2.3.4
  • Impact: Remote Code Execution

Usage

python3 exploit.py --host <target-ip> [--port <ftp-port>]
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