CVE-2021-35495

TIBCO JasperReports FTP Password exposed

Critical · published October 12, 2021

CVSS v3.1
9.0
EPSS
1%
Percentile
57.0
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

🔥 An authenticated attacker can snatch FTP server passwords from TIBCO JasperReports Server components with just a sneaky request! Imagine your friendly mail carrier being handed the keys to your neighbor's mailbox, allowing them to peek at all the delivered secrets — that's what this vulnerability does for attackers who already have network access! An attacker could easily gain unauthorized access to sensitive FTP passwords for other users, potentially leading to massive data breaches and unauthorized file access. The fallout could be absolutely devastating, as it opens the door for further exploitation of user accounts and sensitive data. It's like leaving your front door wide open with a sign saying 'please take my stuff!'

Put simply

Imagine your friendly mail carrier being handed the keys to your neighbor's mailbox, allowing them to peek at all the delivered secrets — that's what this vulnerability does for attackers who already have network access! This vulnerability in TIBCO JasperReports Server allows an authenticated attacker to extract FTP server passwords due to improper handling of user credentials. Affected versions include 7.2.1 and below, as well as specific versions of the Community and Developer Edition.

What to do

An attacker could easily gain unauthorized access to sensitive FTP passwords for other users, potentially leading to massive data breaches and unauthorized file access. The fallout could be absolutely devastating, as it opens the door for further exploitation of user accounts and sensitive data. It's like leaving your front door wide open with a sign saying 'please take my stuff!' To protect your system, patch to the latest version of TIBCO JasperReports Server as soon as possible. Ensure that all users are aware of changing their FTP passwords following the update. Regularly audit your network access to detect any unauthorized attempts. You've got this! By following these steps, you’ll lock down your system and keep those pesky attackers at bay! 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
9.0 · CRITICAL
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00826 · 57.0th percentile
Published
2021-10-12T17:35Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 12 OCT 17:35Z
    TIBCO JasperReports FTP Password exposed
    cvelistv5