When using FileZilla FTP client through a bluecoat proxy, the FTP connection attempt fails with the below error message:
Status: Using proxy ftpproxy.mydomain.com
Status: Resolving address of ftpproxy.mydomain.com
Status: Connecting to 10.192.5.37:21...
Status: Connection established, waiting for welcome message...
Response: 220 Blue Coat FTP Service
Command: USER ftpuser@targetftpsite
Response: 331 Enter password.
Command: PASS ********
Response: 332 Enter proxy password.
Error: Login sequence fully executed yet not logged in. Aborting.
Error: Server might require an account. Try specifying an account using the Site Manager
Error: Critical error
Error: Could not connect to server
Versions:
- FileZilla FTP Client v3.5.2
- The LAN proxy server is a BlueCoat proxy server
Resolution/Workaround:
1. Go to FileZilla Client > Edit > Settings
2. In Connection > FTP > FTP Proxy
2.1. Click on Custom and do the following:
2.2. Under Custom, enter the following:
USER %u@%h
PASS %p
ACCT %a
2.3. Proxy host: <your_bluecoat_proxy_server>
3. Click OK.
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