Security readout for executives and security teams
Plain-English summary
Easy Transfer 1.7 for iOS has a directory traversal flaw that can let an unauthenticated attacker access files outside intended app paths. The main business risk is exposure of sensitive device or app data when the transfer service is reachable. Public exploit material exists, but the provided sources do not show active exploitation.
Executive priority
Handle through normal vulnerability management with elevated attention for devices handling sensitive files. Prioritize removal or update if the app is present in managed environments. This is not currently supported as an active-exploitation emergency by the provided sources.
Technical view
CVE-2020-37086 is CWE-22 in Rubikon Teknoloji Easy Transfer 1.7 for iOS. Manipulated path parameters in GET or POST requests may list or download unauthorized filesystem paths. The bundle also notes script injection into application parameters. CVSS 4.0 is 6.9, with high vulnerable-system confidentiality impact and no privileges or user interaction required.
Likely exposure
Exposure is likely limited to devices running Easy Transfer 1.7 with its transfer functionality reachable. The CVSS vector lists local attack vector, suggesting proximity or local-network reachability, despite advisory wording of remote attackers. Organizations should treat managed iOS devices with this app as the primary scope.
Exploitation context
Exploit-DB and Vulnerability-Lab references indicate public exploit details exist. The CVE is not listed as KEV in the supplied data, and no cited source confirms active exploitation. The practical risk increases where the app is used on untrusted Wi-Fi or shared networks.
Researcher notes
Evidence identifies Easy Transfer 1.7 for iOS and CWE-22 directory traversal. Public exploit references are available, but this assessment avoids reproduction details. Patch status is not established in the provided sources; verify current App Store version and any vendor advisory before declaring remediation complete.
Mitigation direction
- Inventory iOS devices for Easy Transfer 1.7.
- Remove the app where business use is not required.
- Check App Store and vendor guidance for fixed versions or official mitigations.
- Avoid using the app on untrusted or shared networks.
- Limit use to trusted networks until vendor status is confirmed.
Validation and detection
- Confirm whether Easy Transfer is installed on managed iOS devices.
- Record installed app versions and identify version 1.7.
- Review MDM inventory for unmanaged or legacy installations.
- Check vendor/App Store release notes for security updates.
- Assess whether the app’s transfer service is exposed on local networks.
Public sources used
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Open ATT&CK lookup- Severity
- Medium
- CVSS
- 6.9 (4.0)
- Known Exploited
- No
- Published
Vector: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N
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CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N——Primary CVE scoreVulnerability scoring details
Base CVSS 4.0 score
6.9MediumVector: CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N
Source materials
- CVE List V5 sourceCVE List V5
- ExploitDB-48395CVE reference · exploit
- Vulnerability-Lab AdvisoryCVE reference · technical-description, exploit
- Official App Store Product PageCVE reference · product
- VulnCheck Advisory: Easy Transfer 1.7 for iOS - Directory TraversalCVE reference · third-party-advisory
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