Reflected XSS Vulnerability in Progress Ipswitch WS_FTP Server
CVE-2022-27665

6.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Progress

Status
Ws Ftp Server
Vendor
CVE Published:
3 April 2023

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2022-27665?

A reflected XSS vulnerability exists in Progress Ipswitch WS_FTP Server 8.6.0, arising from improper handling of user input. Attackers can exploit this flaw by injecting malicious payloads into the subdirectory search bar or Add folder filename fields. This exploitation can lead to the execution of unauthorized client-side commands, potentially impacting users' systems. The vulnerability also involves Client-Side Template Injection through the ThinClient/WtmApiService.asmx/GetFileSubTree URI, posing a significant risk to end-users and their data security. Detailed references can be found in the documentation and community articles.

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Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

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CVE-2022-27665
Created by dievus

References

https://docs.ipswitch.com/WS_FTP_Server2020/ReleaseNotes/...
https://github.com/dievus/CVE-2022-27665
https://community.progress.com/s/article/WS-FTP-Server-Cr...

CVSS V3.1

Score:
6.1
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
None
User Interaction:
Required
Scope:
Changed

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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