Vulnerability Description
NOTE: this issue has been disputed by the vendor. FileZilla 2.2.14b and 2.2.15, and possibly earlier versions, when "Use secure mode" is disabled, uses a weak encryption scheme to store the user's password in the configuration settings file, which allows local users to obtain sensitive information. NOTE: the vendor has disputed the issue, stating that "the problem is not a vulnerability at all, but in fact a fundamental issue of every single program that can store passwords transparently.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Filezilla | Filezilla | 2.2.14b |
References
- http://filezilla.sourceforge.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=1328
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=112577523810442&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=112605448327521&w=2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14730Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/22135
- http://filezilla.sourceforge.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=1328
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=112577523810442&w=2
- http://marc.info/?l=bugtraq&m=112605448327521&w=2
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/14730Exploit
- https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/22135
FAQ
What is CVE-2005-2898?
CVE-2005-2898 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.6 (MEDIUM). NOTE: this issue has been disputed by the vendor. FileZilla 2.2.14b and 2.2.15, and possibly earlier versions, when "Use secure mode" is disabled, uses a weak encryption scheme to store the user's pa...
How severe is CVE-2005-2898?
CVE-2005-2898 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.6/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2005-2898?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Filezilla Filezilla.