Improper Authorization Affecting github.com/drakkan/sftpgo/v2/httpd package, versions >=2.2.0 <2.6.1
Threat Intelligence
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- published21 Jun 2024
- disclosed20 Jun 2024
- creditTien Tran
Introduced: 20 Jun 2024
CVE-2024-37897 (opens in a new tab)How to fix?
Upgrade github.com/drakkan/sftpgo/v2/httpd to version 2.6.1 or higher.
Overview
Affected versions of this package are vulnerable to Improper Authorization due to insufficient access control mechanisms. An attacker can gain unauthorized access and perform actions as a legitimate user by exploiting the password reset feature, even if their access should be restricted.
Note: This is only exploitable if the password reset feature is enabled
Workaround
The following workarounds are available:
Keep the password reset feature disabled.
Set a blank email address for users and admins with access restrictions so they cannot receive the email with the reset code and exploit the vulnerability.