CVE-2025-53899CWE-941

CVE-2025-53899

High · published November 29, 2025

CVSS v3.1
7.2
EPSS
1%
Percentile
60.5
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚡ Administrators, beware of misdirected messages! Before version 9.1.0, Kiteworks MFT had a flaw that let a savvy attacker intercept upstream communications with just the right permissions. 🔥 Think of it like a hotel where the concierge mistakenly forwards messages intended for the manager to the wrong guest — sensitive info is in the wrong hands! This creates a pathway for nefarious guests to manipulate their stay, escalating their status without anyone noticing. If exploited, an attacker could intercept critical communication, leading to privilege escalation and unauthorized access to sensitive files. This is no small risk, as the attacker could potentially gain control over the system, causing chaos and data breaches that could damage a company's reputation and integrity.

Put simply

Think of it like a hotel where the concierge mistakenly forwards messages intended for the manager to the wrong guest — sensitive info is in the wrong hands! This creates a pathway for nefarious guests to manipulate their stay, escalating their status without anyone noticing. This vulnerability in Kiteworks MFT allows an attacker with administrative privileges to incorrectly specify communication channels, making it possible to intercept vital upstream data, which could result in privilege escalation.

What to do

If exploited, an attacker could intercept critical communication, leading to privilege escalation and unauthorized access to sensitive files. This is no small risk, as the attacker could potentially gain control over the system, causing chaos and data breaches that could damage a company's reputation and integrity. Immediate action is required! Upgrade to version 9.1.0 or later to close this vulnerability. Also, review access controls to ensure only trusted administrators have privileges, and monitor communications for any unusual activities. You’ve got this! By following these steps, you’ll strengthen your system's defenses and keep your data safe. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS v3.1
7.2 · HIGH
Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.00937 · 60.5th percentile
Weakness
CWE-941 · Incorrectly Specified Destination in a Communication Channel
Published
2025-11-29T08:15Z
Affected products (1)
ProductVersionsFixed in
accellion/kiteworks_managed_file_transfer< 9.1.09.1.0
References (1)
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 29 NOV 02:25Z
    Kiteworks MFT is vulnerable to an Incorrectly Specified Destination in a Communication Channel
    cvelistv5