CVE-2023-40047: WS_FTP Server Stored Cross-Site Scripting Vulnerability
In WSFTP Server version prior to 8.8.2, a stored cross-site scripting (XSS) vulnerability exists in WSFTP Server's Management module. An attacker with administrative privileges could import a SSL certificate with malicious attributes containing cross-site scripting payloads. Once the cross-site scripting payload is successfully stored, an attacker could leverage this vulnerability to target WSFTP Server admins with a specialized payload which results in the execution of malicious JavaScript within the context of the victims browser.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the vulnerability ID for this WS_FTP Server vulnerability?
The vulnerability ID for this WS_FTP Server vulnerability is CVE-2023-40047.
What is the severity of CVE-2023-40047?
The severity of CVE-2023-40047 is high with a CVSS score of 4.8.
Which software versions are affected by CVE-2023-40047?
WS_FTP Server versions prior to 8.8.2 are affected by CVE-2023-40047.
What is the Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for this vulnerability?
The Common Weakness Enumeration (CWE) ID for this vulnerability is CWE-79.
How can the vulnerability in WS_FTP Server be exploited?
An attacker with administrative privileges can import a SSL certificate with malicious attributes containing cross-site scripting payloads in WS_FTP Server's Management module to exploit this vulnerability.