CVE-2023-42659

WS_FTP Server Arbitrary File Upload

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.

Category

9.1
CVSS
Severity: Critical
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-Service-Pack-November-2023 vendor advisory

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2023-42659?
CVE-2023-42659 has been scored as a critical severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2023-42659?
To fix CVE-2023-42659, 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-2023-42659 being actively exploited in the wild?
As for now, there are no information to confirm that CVE-2023-42659 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-2023-42659?
CVE-2023-42659 affects Progress Software Corporation WS_FTP Server.
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