CVE-2012-4991: Multiple directory traversal vulnerabilities in Axway SecureTransport 5.1 SP2 and earlier allow remote auth...

Security readout for executives and security teams

This flaw affects Axway SecureTransport 5.1 SP2 and earlier. An authenticated remote user could misuse path handling to read, delete, create files, or list directories outside intended locations. The business risk is unauthorized data access or file tampering in a managed file transfer system. Exposure is most likely where Axway SecureTransport 5.1 SP2 or earlier remains deployed, especially if reachable by many authenticated users or external partners. The provided structured affected field is incomplete, so validation should rely on product inventory and vendor records. Treat this as high priority if legacy SecureTransport is still in use. Managed file transfer systems often handle sensitive data, and the reported impact includes both disclosure and file modification. Confirm exposure quickly and follow Axway remediation guidance. Mitigation focus: Check Axway support or advisories for the fixed SecureTransport release and upgrade path.; Restrict SecureTransport access to trusted networks and required authenticated users.; Remove stale accounts and minimize file permissions for all transfer users..

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Jun 24, 2026, 12:04 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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