CVE-2023-45686
CVE-2023-45686 is a high-severity vulnerability in Southrivertech Titan Mfp Server with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-22.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.2)
- EPSS exploit prediction: 1% (59th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- Weakness: CWE-22
- Affected product: Southrivertech Titan Mfp Server
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Description
Insufficient path validation when writing a file via WebDAV in South River Technologies' Titan MFT and Titan SFTP servers on Linux allows an authenticated attacker to write a file to any location on the filesystem via path traversal
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2023-45686?
- Insufficient path validation when writing a file via WebDAV in South River Technologies' Titan MFT and Titan SFTP servers on Linux allows an authenticated attacker to write a file to any location on the filesystem via path traversal
- How severe is CVE-2023-45686?
- CVE-2023-45686 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.2, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires high privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2023-45686 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (59th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- What products are affected by CVE-2023-45686?
- CVE-2023-45686 affects Southrivertech Titan Mfp Server. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
- How do I fix CVE-2023-45686?
- 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-2023-45686 published?
- CVE-2023-45686 was published on 2023-10-16 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
- https://helpdesk.southrivertech.com/portal/en/kb/articles/security-patch-for-issues-cve-2023-45685-through-cve-2023-45690
- https://www.rapid7.com/blog/post/2023/10/16/multiple-vulnerabilities-in-south-river-technologies-titan-mft-and-titan-sftp-fixed/
Affected products (1)
- cpe:2.3:a:southrivertech:titan_mfp_server:*:*:*:*:*:linux:*:*
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