Unauthenticated arbitrary file read and remote code execution in CrushFTP
CrushFTP v11 versions below 11.1 are affected. The vendor has not published a separate rating. Fixed in 11.1.0.
- Published
- Last modified
- Where the record stands: published, rejected by its publisher, or superseded by another id.What do these mean? →
- published
- Whether CISA lists it in its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog: proof that attackers are using it.What do these mean? →
- Listed in CISA KEV
- How many real-world setups can hit the bug, from the vendor's advisory and CISA data. It does not know your setup.What do these mean? →
- Actively exploited
- Fix
- Fixed in 10.7.1, 11.1.0
- Whether working attack code is public (Exploit-DB, Metasploit, Nuclei or GitHub). Public code makes attacks easier.What do these mean? →
- None on Exploit-DB, Metasploit or GitHub
Summary
CrushFTP, a file transfer server software, is affected by this vulnerability, which allows unauthenticated remote attackers to read files outside its sandbox, bypass login to gain administrative access, and execute code on the server. Successful exploitation could lead to full compromise of the server and the sensitive data it stores or transfers.
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A server side template injection vulnerability in CrushFTP in all versions before 10.7.1 and 11.1.0 on all platforms allows unauthenticated remote attackers to read files from the filesystem outside of the VFS Sandbox, bypass authentication to gain administrative access, and perform remote code execution on the server.
Timeline
- CVE published
- Added to CISA KEV
CISA has evidence of exploitation in the wild
- CISA remediation deadline
Due date for US federal agencies to patch
- Record last updated
- EPSS reached 10%
FIRST estimates at least a 10% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days
Affected versions
- CrushFTP CrushFTP
From 10.0 · fixed in 10.7.1; From 11.0 · fixed in 11.1.0
References 7
reddit.com
bleepingcomputer.com
rapid7.com
GitHub · airbus-cert/CVE-2024-4040
Questions about CVE-2024-4040
What does this mean?
Users can escape their virtual file system (VFS) and download system files from the server.Source: crushftp.com
Am I affected, and how do I check?
CrushFTP v11 versions below 11.1 are affected, according to the checked advisory condition. To check, compare the installed CrushFTP version number with 11.1.Source: crushftp.com
What should I do about it?
Upgrade to CrushFTP v11.1.0, which the vendor says patches this issue. No workaround is listed in the checked facts.Source: crushftp.com
Is it being exploited?
Yes. CISA added it to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog on 2024-04-24, which means it has evidence of attacks. No public exploit code is tracked.Source: cisa.gov, cve.now feed data