CVE-2014-8327: Co stack/fal sftp Fal_sftp Extension For TYPO3 Uses Vulnerability

MODERATE
Advisory Identifier: GHSA-xwq4-2cwr-fv2q
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CWE-276
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Advisory Summary

CVE-2014-8327 is a MODERATE fal_sftp extension for typo3 uses vulnerability (CWE-276: Incorrect Default Permissions) affecting Co stack/fal sftp libraries in the Packagist ecosystem. The issue involves fal_sftp extension for typo3 uses weak permissions for sftp driver files and folders. Remediation is available by upgrading affected packages to version 0.2.6.

CVE-2014-8327 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2014-8327
GHSA Identifier GHSA-xwq4-2cwr-fv2q
Severity MODERATE
CVSS v3.1 Base Score N/A
CWE Classification CWE-276: Incorrect Default Permissions
Affected Product Co stack/fal sftp
Package Ecosystem Packagist
Published Date
Last Updated

How to Fix CVE-2014-8327

To remediate this vulnerability, upgrade all affected Co stack/fal sftp dependencies to a patched release. Both direct and transitive dependencies should be checked, as frameworks or security libraries may pull in vulnerable versions transitively.

co-stack/fal_sftp fixed: 0.2.6 
Upgrade co-stack/fal_sftp to 0.2.6
vertexvaar/falsftp fixed: 0.2.6 
Upgrade vertexvaar/falsftp to 0.2.6
Verify Direct and Transitive Dependencies

Run the following command in your project directory to verify that all resolved dependencies use the patched release: 

inspect dependencies for co-stack/fal_sftp

How to Check if You Are Affected

To determine whether your application is affected by CVE-2014-8327, inspect your project dependencies for Co stack/fal sftp:

inspect dependencies for co-stack/fal_sftp

Analyze the terminal output to locate any version of Co stack/fal sftp in your dependency tree. If any resolved version matches the vulnerable ranges listed in the table below (for example, versions earlier than 0.2.6), your application is affected.

Note: Verify declared build manifests and deployed runtime container environments.

Technical Details

Vulnerability Mechanism & Technical Analysis

This vulnerability is classified under CWE-276: Incorrect Default Permissions, where during installation, installed file permissions are set to allow anyone to modify those files. In Co stack/fal sftp, software state validation or input boundaries are circumvented during processing. Review the official source advisory statement below for specific affected components, classes, and reproduction details.

Source Advisory Statement

The fal_sftp extension before 0.2.6 for TYPO3 uses weak permissions for sFTP driver files and folders, which allows remote authenticated users to obtain sensitive information via unspecified vectors.

CVE-2014-8327 Affected Co stack/fal sftp Versions

2 component(s)
Fixed Versions:
0.2.6
Product / Package Ecosystem Affected Versions Fixed Version
co-stack/fal_sftp
 Packagist
< 0.2.6
0.2.6
vertexvaar/falsftp
 Packagist
< 0.2.6
0.2.6

References

NVD — CVE-2014-8327 NVD
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2014-8327
exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/976... WEB
https://exchange.xforce.ibmcloud.com/vulnerabilities/97668
Co stack/fal sftp Security Information SECURITY
https://typo3.org/security/advisory/typo3-ext-sa-2014-014
typo3.org/extensions/reposito... WEB
http://typo3.org/extensions/repository/view/fal_sftp

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2014-8327?
CVE-2014-8327 is a security vulnerability in Co stack/fal sftp involving fal_sftp extension for TYPO3 uses weak permissions for sFTP driver files and folders under CWE-276: Incorrect Default Permissions.
Which Co stack/fal sftp versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to 0.2.6 across affected packages: co-stack/fal_sftp, vertexvaar/falsftp.
What version fixes CVE-2014-8327?
Upgrading to 0.2.6 (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
Is co-stack/fal_sftp affected?
Yes, co-stack/fal_sftp is affected in releases prior to 0.2.6. Upgrade your dependency to 0.2.6 or later.
Is vertexvaar/falsftp affected?
Yes, vertexvaar/falsftp is affected in releases prior to 0.2.6. Upgrade your dependency to 0.2.6 or later.
What CWE is associated with CVE-2014-8327?
CVE-2014-8327 is classified under CWE-276: Incorrect Default Permissions (During installation, installed file permissions are set to allow anyone to modify those files.).
How can I check Packagist dependencies for CVE-2014-8327?
Run the dependency tree command: 'inspect dependencies for co-stack/fal_sftp'. This command lists direct and transitive dependencies in your build configuration so you can verify if a vulnerable version is resolved.
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