Vulnerability identifier: #VU50666
Vulnerability risk: Medium
CVSSv3.1: 4.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]
CVE-ID:
CWE-ID:
CWE-264
Exploitation vector: Network
Exploit availability: No
Vulnerable software:
Serv-U FTP Server
Server applications /
File servers (FTP/HTTP)
Vendor: SolarWinds
Description
The vulnerability allows a remote user to bypass implemented security restrictions.
The vulnerability exists due to application does not properly impose security restrictions when processing the CHMOD command. A remote authenticated user can bypass implemented security restrictions and gain access to otherwise restricted directories on the system.
Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.
Vulnerable software versions
Serv-U FTP Server: 15.1 - 15.2
External links
http://documentation.solarwinds.com/en/success_center/servu/Content/Release_Notes/Servu_15-2-1_release_notes.htm
Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?
Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote authenticated user via the Internet.
Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?
No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.