Horizon Alert
Summary of the vulnerability and why it matters
Wing FTP Server contains a flaw in its login process that can expose sensitive installation details. When a specific input is provided, the server may reveal the complete local installation path of the application. This disclosure can potentially aid attackers in understanding the server's configuration and planning further actions.
- Vulnerable component: Wing FTP Server's login page
- Core weakness: Disclosure of installation path via cookie
- Main business impact: Information leakage to unauthorized parties
Attack Path
How an attacker could exploit the issue
This vulnerability allows an attacker to discover the installation path of Wing FTP Server. An attacker could leverage this information to potentially identify further vulnerabilities within the server's environment. This disclosure could aid in planning more sophisticated attacks against the organization's file transfer services.
- External network access required.
- Attacker sends long UID cookie.
- Server reveals installation path.
Live Threat
Current exploitation, exposure, and threat context
This vulnerability allows for the disclosure of local installation path information within Wing FTP Server. An attacker could leverage this to gain insights into the server's environment, potentially aiding in further exploitation attempts. The disclosure occurs when a specific condition related to the UID cookie is met during the login process.
- Likely attacker skill: Low
- Required access: Network access
- Business risk: Medium
Priority actions
Operational Fix
Recommended remediation, mitigation, and detection steps
The Wing FTP Server application may disclose the local installation path when using a long value in the UID cookie. This vulnerability, classified as medium severity, could provide attackers with information about the server's environment, potentially aiding further malicious activity. Organizations using this product should take immediate steps to identify and address potential exposure.
- Find all Wing FTP Server instances.
- Reduce exposure or isolate affected systems.
- Apply vendor fixes and validate.
- Monitor for related issues.
