8.1
CWE
304 290 287
EPSS
0.069%
Advisory Published
Updated

CVE-2024-7745: Multi-Factor Authentication Bypass in Progress WS_FTP Server

First published: Wed Aug 28 2024(Updated: )

In WS_FTP Server versions before 8.8.8 (2022.0.8), a Missing Critical Step in Multi-Factor Authentication of the Web Transfer Module allows users to skip the second-factor verification and log in with username and password only.

Credit: security@progress.com

Affected SoftwareAffected VersionHow to fix
Ipswitch WS FTP Server<8.8.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • What is the severity of CVE-2024-7745?

    CVE-2024-7745 is rated as a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for unauthorized access.

  • How do I fix CVE-2024-7745?

    To fix CVE-2024-7745, upgrade to WS_FTP Server version 8.8.8 or later.

  • What is the impact of CVE-2024-7745 on WS_FTP Server?

    CVE-2024-7745 allows attackers to bypass multi-factor authentication and access the system with just a username and password.

  • Which versions of WS_FTP Server are affected by CVE-2024-7745?

    CVE-2024-7745 affects all versions of WS_FTP Server prior to 8.8.8.

  • Is multi-factor authentication effective against CVE-2024-7745?

    No, CVE-2024-7745 reveals a flaw in the multi-factor authentication implementation that allows users to log in without the second factor.

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