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CRITICAL · 9.1

CVE-2023-42659

In WS_FTP Server versions prior to 8.7.6 and 8.8.4, an unrestricted file upload flaw has been identified. An authenticated Ad Hoc Transfer user has the ability to craft an API call which allows them...

Vulnerability Description

In WS_FTP Server versions prior to 8.7.6 and 8.8.4, an unrestricted file upload flaw has been identified. An authenticated Ad Hoc Transfer user has the ability to craft an API call which allows them to upload a file to a specified location on the underlying operating system hosting the WS_FTP Server application.

CVSS Score

9.1

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:L/A:L
Attack Vector
NETWORK
Attack Complexity
LOW
Privileges Required
LOW
User Interaction
NONE
Scope
CHANGED
Confidentiality
HIGH
Integrity
LOW
Availability
LOW

Affected Products

VendorProductVersions
ProgressWs Ftp Server< 8.7.6

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-434

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2023-42659?

CVE-2023-42659 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.1 (CRITICAL). In WS_FTP Server versions prior to 8.7.6 and 8.8.4, an unrestricted file upload flaw has been identified. An authenticated Ad Hoc Transfer user has the ability to craft an API call which allows them...

How severe is CVE-2023-42659?

CVE-2023-42659 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.1/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2023-42659?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Progress Ws Ftp Server.