CVE-2020-8796

Biscom Secure File Transfer (SFT) before 5.1.1071 and 6.0.1xxx before 6.0.1005 allows Remote Code Execution on the server

published February 7, 2020

CVSS
—
EPSS
3%
Percentile
87.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A sneaky Remote Code Execution bug lurks in Biscom Secure File Transfer before versions 5.1.1071 and 6.0.1005, just waiting for a crafty attacker! Think of it like a hotel with a hidden side entrance that skips the check-in desk—once inside, an attacker could access any room they please without anyone noticing. If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the server, potentially gaining access to sensitive data or disrupting services. The risk might not seem immediate, but the consequences could be absolutely devastating for your operations!

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel with a hidden side entrance that skips the check-in desk—once inside, an attacker could access any room they please without anyone noticing. The flaw stems from insufficient validation of user input, allowing unauthorized commands to be executed directly on the server. This opens the door wide for bad actors to manipulate the system at will.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the server, potentially gaining access to sensitive data or disrupting services. The risk might not seem immediate, but the consequences could be absolutely devastating for your operations! To protect yourself, upgrade to Biscom Secure File Transfer version 5.1.1071 or 6.0.1005 as soon as possible. Additionally, consider implementing stricter input validation measures to fortify your defenses against unauthorized command execution. You've got this! With a quick update, your server will be fortified against this vulnerability in no time! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.02928 · 87.0th percentile
Published
2020-02-07T19:57Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 07 FEB 19:57Z
    Biscom Secure File Transfer (SFT) before 5.1.1071 and 6.0.1xxx before 6.0.1005 allows Remote Code Execution on the server
    cvelistv5