Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2017-5241 is a stored cross-site scripting issue in Biscom Secure File Transfer. An authenticated user could place malicious content in certain workspace or file description fields, which may affect other users who later view that content. The vendor states the issue is fixed in version 5.1.1025. Exposure is limited to organizations running Biscom Secure File Transfer 5.0.0.0 through 5.1.1024. The bundle does not identify CPEs, hosting patterns, or affected editions beyond that product and version range. Treat this as a cleanup and exposure-reduction item unless affected systems are internet-facing or broadly used by partners. Prioritize upgrade confirmation because the vendor-named fixed version is available. Mitigation focus: Inventory Biscom Secure File Transfer deployments and versions.; Upgrade affected installations to version 5.1.1025 or later.; Review Biscom’s advisory for any environment-specific guidance..
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Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- https://community.rapid7.com/community/infosec/blog/2017/06/27/r7-2017-06-biscom-sftp-xss-cve-2017-5241CVE reference · x_refsource_MISC
- https://cve.biscom.com/bis-sft-cv-003/CVE reference · x_refsource_CONFIRM
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