CWE-220

Storage of File With Sensitive Data Under FTP Root

Medium

Description

The product stores sensitive data under the FTP server root with insufficient access control, which might make it accessible to untrusted parties.

Potential Impact

How to Fix

Implementation

Avoid storing information under the FTP root directory.

System Configuration

Access control permissions should be set to prevent reading/writing of sensitive files inside/outside of the FTP directory.

Related Weaknesses

References

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