CVE-2026-90867
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Improper Access Control in WS_FTP Server Web Admin

Vulnerability report for CVE-2026-90867, including description, CVSS score, EPSS score, affected products, exploitability, helpful resources, and attack-flow context.

Publication date: 2026-10-29

Last updated on: 2026-10-29

Assigner: Progress Software Corporation

Description

Improper access control in the Web Admin console of Progress Software WS_FTP Server versions prior to 2024.0.7 and 2025.0.4 on Windows could expose administrative functionality to remote authentication attempts.

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Published
2026-10-29
Last Modified
2026-10-29
Generated
2026-10-29
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2026-10-29
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CWE ID Description
CWE-284 The product does not restrict or incorrectly restricts access to a resource from an unauthorized actor.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is an improper access control issue in the Web Admin console of Progress Software WS_FTP Server. It affects versions prior to 2024.0.7 and 2025.0.4 on Windows. The flaw allows remote authentication attempts to access administrative functionality that should be restricted.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to gain unauthorized access to administrative features, potentially leading to full system compromise. This includes reading, modifying, or deleting sensitive data, installing malware, or disrupting services.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, violating confidentiality requirements in GDPR and HIPAA. Organizations may face fines, legal penalties, and reputational damage due to non-compliance with data protection regulations.

Mitigation Strategies

Update WS_FTP Server to version 2024.0.7 or 2025.0.4 or later to address the improper access control issue in the Web Admin console.

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