#VU78284 Improper access control in SecureTransport


Published: 2023-07-16

Vulnerability identifier: #VU78284

Vulnerability risk: Medium

CVSSv3.1: 5.7 [CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N/E:U/RL:O/RC:C]

CVE-ID: N/A

CWE-ID: CWE-284

Exploitation vector: Network

Exploit availability: No

Vulnerable software:
SecureTransport
Server applications / File servers (FTP/HTTP)

Vendor: Axway

Description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to gain unauthorized access to otherwise restricted functionality.

The vulnerability exists due to improper access restrictions to the ST Web Client Theme Editor. A remote attacker can bypass implemented security restrictions and gain unauthorized access to the application.

Mitigation
Install updates from vendor's website.

Vulnerable software versions

SecureTransport: 5.5 - 5.5-20230525


External links
http://docs.axway.com/bundle/st_rn/page/june_2023_update__5_5-20230629_.html


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.


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