Vulnerability identifier: #VU64533

Vulnerability risk: High

CVSSv3.1: 8.5 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: CVE-2022-34005

CWE-ID: CWE-259

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
Titan FTP Server NextGen
Server applications / Other server solutions

Vendor:

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the target system.

The vulnerability exists due to the use of a hardcoded password for the sa account on the Microsoft SQL Express 2019 instance installed by default. A remote attacker can send a specially crafted request and execute arbitrary code on the target system.

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability may result in complete compromise of vulnerable system.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

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External links
http://www.southrivertech.com/software/nextgen/titanftp/en/relnotes.pdf

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Q & A

Can this vulnerability be exploited remotely?

Yes. This vulnerability can be exploited by a remote non-authenticated attacker via the Internet.

Is there known malware, which exploits this vulnerability?

No. We are not aware of malware exploiting this vulnerability.