Improper Access Control in Fortra's GoAnywhere MFT SFTP Service
CVE-2025-8148

4.2MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Fortra
Status
Goanywhere Mft
Vendor
CVE Published:
5 December 2025

What is CVE-2025-8148?

An improper access control vulnerability exists within the SFTP service of Fortra's GoAnywhere MFT, prior to version 7.9.0. This issue permits web users who possess an authentication alias and a valid SSH key, but are restricted to password authentication for SFTP, to bypass intended security measures and log in using their SSH key. Such a flaw raises significant concerns regarding the integrity and confidentiality of file transfers, necessitating prompt remediation to safeguard sensitive data.

Affected Version(s)

GoAnywhere MFT Windows 0 < 7.9.0

References

https://www.fortra.com/security/advisories/product-securi...

CVSS V3.1

Score:
4.2
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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