Vulnerability Description
Kiteworks MFT orchestrates end-to-end file transfer workflows. Prior to version 9.1.0, the back-end of Kiteworks MFT is vulnerable to an incorrectly specified destination in a communication channel which allows an attacker with administrative privileges on the system under certain circumstances to intercept upstream communication which could lead to an escalation of privileges. This issue has been patched in version 9.1.0.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Accellion | Kiteworks Managed File Transfer | < 9.1.0 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/kiteworks/security-advisories/security/advisories/GHSA-5gx5-vPatchThird Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2025-53899?
CVE-2025-53899 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Kiteworks MFT orchestrates end-to-end file transfer workflows. Prior to version 9.1.0, the back-end of Kiteworks MFT is vulnerable to an incorrectly specified destination in a communication channel wh...
How severe is CVE-2025-53899?
CVE-2025-53899 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2025-53899?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Accellion Kiteworks Managed File Transfer.