CVE-2001-0450: Directory traversal vulnerability in Transsoft FTP Broker before 5.5 allows attackers to (1) delete arbitra...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2001-0450 is an old directory traversal flaw in Transsoft FTP Broker before 5.5. An attacker could use crafted file names to list directories outside the intended FTP area or delete arbitrary files. Business impact depends on whether this legacy FTP software is still deployed and reachable. Exposure is most likely in legacy environments still running Transsoft FTP Broker before 5.5, especially reachable FTP services. The provided affected-product metadata is sparse, so inventory and version confirmation are essential before assuming impact. Prioritize if Transsoft FTP Broker is still present, because arbitrary file deletion can disrupt systems and directory listing can expose sensitive paths. If the product is absent, document the negative finding and close as not applicable. Mitigation focus: Inventory FTP services and identify any Transsoft FTP Broker deployments.; Compare deployed versions with the affected pre-5.5 range.; Check vendor or archival guidance before selecting a fixed release path..

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Jul 1, 2026, 09:17 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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