CVE-2017-6510
CVE-2017-6510 is a high-severity vulnerability in Efssoft Easy File Sharing Ftp Server with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score of 15% places it in the 96th percentile, indicating an elevated likelihood of exploitation. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-22.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
- CVSS v2: 5.0
- EPSS exploit prediction: 15% (96th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-22
- Affected product: Efssoft Easy File Sharing Ftp Server
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Easy File Sharing FTP Server version 3.6 is vulnerable to a directory traversal vulnerability which allows an attacker to list and download any file from any folder outside the FTP root Directory.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2017-6510?
- Easy File Sharing FTP Server version 3.6 is vulnerable to a directory traversal vulnerability which allows an attacker to list and download any file from any folder outside the FTP root Directory.
- How severe is CVE-2017-6510?
- CVE-2017-6510 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity none, and availability none.
- Is CVE-2017-6510 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 15% (96th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2017-6510?
- CVE-2017-6510 affects Efssoft Easy File Sharing Ftp Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2017-6510?
- Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
- When was CVE-2017-6510 published?
- CVE-2017-6510 was published on 2017-03-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
- http://www.securityfocus.com/bid/96944
- https://www.rapid7.com/db/modules/auxiliary/scanner/ftp/easy_file_sharing_ftp
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:efssoft:easy_file_sharing_ftp_server:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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