CVE-2023-40045

WS_FTP Server Ad Hoc Transfer Module Reflected Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability

Description

In WS_FTP Server versions prior to 8.7.4 and 8.8.2, a reflected cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists in WS_FTP Server's Ad Hoc Transfer module.  An attacker could leverage this vulnerability to target WS_FTP Server users with a specialized payload which results in the execution of malicious JavaScript within the context of the victims browser.

Category

8.3
CVSS
Severity: High
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.04%
Vendor Advisory progress.com
Affected: Progress Software Corporation WS_FTP Server
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://www.progress.com/ws_ftp product
https://community.progress.com/s/article/WS-FTP-Server-Critical-Vulnerability-September-2023 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-40045?
CVE-2023-40045 has been scored as a high severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-40045?
To fix CVE-2023-40045, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2023-40045 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-40045 is being actively exploited. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2023-40045?
CVE-2023-40045 affects Progress Software Corporation WS_FTP Server.
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