Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2008-2795 affects UltraEdit 14.00b FTP and SFTP clients. A malicious or compromised server could make the client create or overwrite files outside the intended directory by returning crafted directory names. Business risk is mainly legacy desktop exposure where users connect UltraEdit directly to external or untrusted file servers. Exposure is likely limited to legacy UltraEdit 14.00b installations using the built-in FTP or SFTP client. Risk requires interaction with a malicious, compromised, or attacker-controlled FTP/SFTP server. Treat this as a legacy software risk, not an internet-wide emergency. Prioritize removal or upgrade where UltraEdit 14.00b is still used for file transfers, especially on privileged workstations or systems handling sensitive files. Mitigation focus: Identify and retire or upgrade UltraEdit 14.00b installations.; Check IDM Computer Solutions guidance for supported fixed versions.; Avoid using UltraEdit's FTP/SFTP client with untrusted servers..
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- ultraedit-list-directory-traversal(43149)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF
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