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FTP credentials exposure

Attacker can get unauthorized access of FTP credentials.

Security Misconfiguration (SM)

"FTP Credentials Exposure refers to the vulnerability where FTPSync settings, containing sensitive information such as FTP credentials, overwrite prevention settings, and default folder permissions, are exposed due to misconfiguration. Unauthorized access to these credentials can result in unauthorized manipulation or theft of sensitive data, leading to data breaches and potential unauthorized access to other connected systems. Promptly addressing this vulnerability is critical to prevent unauthorized access, protect data integrity, and ensure the security of the FTP infrastructure."

"FTP Credentials Exposure refers to the vulnerability where FTPSync settings, containing sensitive information such as FTP credentials, overwrite prevention settings, and default folder permissions, are exposed due to misconfiguration. Unauthorized access to these credentials can result in unauthorized manipulation or theft of sensitive data, leading to data breaches and potential unauthorized access to other connected systems. Promptly addressing this vulnerability is critical to prevent unauthorized access, protect data integrity, and ensure the security of the FTP infrastructure."

Impact of the vulnerability

Impact of the vulnerability

Exposing FTP credentials enables attackers to gain unauthorized access to FTP servers, leading to potential data breaches, unauthorized modifications, and risks to connected systems.

Exposing FTP credentials enables attackers to gain unauthorized access to FTP servers, leading to potential data breaches, unauthorized modifications, and risks to connected systems.

How this template works

APIs Selection

The template uses API selection filters to specify the criteria for selecting the API requests to be executed. In this case, it filters the requests based on the response code, ensuring that it is greater than or equal to 200 and less than 300. It also extracts the URL from the response and assigns it to the variable "urlVar".

Execute request

The template defines a single request to be executed. It modifies the URL by appending "/ftpsync.settings" to the extracted URL stored in the "urlVar" variable. This modified URL is then used to make the API request.

Validation

After executing the request, the template validates the response. It checks if the response code is equal to 200 and if the response payload contains specific keywords such as "FTPSync", "overwrite_newer_prevention", and "default_folder_permissions". If these conditions are met, the validation is considered successful.

Frequently asked questions

What is the specific vulnerability being tested in this scenario

What is the specific vulnerability being tested in this scenario

What is the specific vulnerability being tested in this scenario

How can unauthorized access to FTP credentials lead to potential data breaches

How can unauthorized access to FTP credentials lead to potential data breaches

How can unauthorized access to FTP credentials lead to potential data breaches

What are the potential risks associated with exposing FTP credentials

What are the potential risks associated with exposing FTP credentials

What are the potential risks associated with exposing FTP credentials

What are the recommended actions to address the FTP credentials exposure vulnerability

What are the recommended actions to address the FTP credentials exposure vulnerability

What are the recommended actions to address the FTP credentials exposure vulnerability

How can organizations protect against FTP credentials exposure

How can organizations protect against FTP credentials exposure

How can organizations protect against FTP credentials exposure

Are there any specific tools or techniques that can help detect and mitigate FTP credentials exposure

Are there any specific tools or techniques that can help detect and mitigate FTP credentials exposure

Are there any specific tools or techniques that can help detect and mitigate FTP credentials exposure

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