CVE-2018-12481

The Olive Tree Ftp Server application 1.32 for Android has a "Sensitive Data on the Clipboard" vulnerability, as demonstrated by reading the "User password"…

published June 15, 2018

CVSS
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EPSS
1%
Percentile
66.2
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ Sensitive data on the clipboard? Yep, it’s a thing! The Olive Tree FTP Server for Android has a vulnerability that lets anyone peek at your user password through an overly trusting clipboard. 😱 Think of it like a restaurant leaving your order ticket lying around where anyone could read it. All it takes is one sneaky diner to catch a glimpse of your choices – and in this case, your password! An attacker could easily harvest sensitive information, such as your user password, if they gain access to the clipboard. This could lead to unauthorized access to your files or accounts, making it critical to address this vulnerability before it becomes a bigger threat.

Put simply

Think of it like a restaurant leaving your order ticket lying around where anyone could read it. All it takes is one sneaky diner to catch a glimpse of your choices – and in this case, your password! The Olive Tree FTP Server application version 1.32 for Android has a flaw that exposes sensitive data held in the clipboard, which can be exploited using specific tools like Drozer to capture clipboard contents directly.

What to do

An attacker could easily harvest sensitive information, such as your user password, if they gain access to the clipboard. This could lead to unauthorized access to your files or accounts, making it critical to address this vulnerability before it becomes a bigger threat. To protect yourself, avoid using the clipboard for sensitive information when the Olive Tree FTP Server is running. Additionally, consider using a newer version if available or implementing security practices that minimize clipboard exposure. Keep an eye on any updates regarding this vulnerability! You've got this! Following these steps will help you lock down your sensitive data. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.01141 · 66.2th percentile
Published
2018-06-15T16:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 15 JUN 16:00Z
    The Olive Tree Ftp Server application 1.32 for Android has a "Sensitive Data on the Clipboard" vulnerability, as demonstrated by reading the "User password"…
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