🔓 Can you exploit the hidden backdoor in this FTP server?

A seemingly innocent FTP server harbors a dark secret - a malicious backdoor inserted by attackers who compromised the official distribution. The vulnerability lies dormant, waiting for the right trigger to unleash remote access. 🎯 Time to discover how compromised software can become your gateway to system control!

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🔓 Can you exploit the hidden backdoor in this FTP server?

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