CVE-2025-8148 Details
Description
An Improper Access Control in the SFTP service in Fortra's GoAnywhere MFT prior to version 7.9.0 allows Web Users with an Authentication Alias and a valid SSH key but limited to Password authentication for SFTP to still login using their SSH key.
A vulnerability exists in Fortra's GoAnywhere MFT SFTP service, prior to version 7.9.0, allowing Web Users with an Authentication Alias and a valid SSH key, but restricted to Password authentication, to log in using their SSH key. This issue arises from improper access control, enabling unauthorized authentication under specific conditions.
Users are advised to remove any SSH keys assigned to Web Users that are configured for Password-only authentication to the SFTP service. Additionally, upgrading to GoAnywhere MFT version 7.9.0 or later will address this vulnerability.
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CVSS 3.x Severity and Vector Strings:
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CISA-ADP
Assessed Dec 5, 2025References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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| URL | Source(s) | Tag(s) |
|---|---|---|
| https://www.fortra.com/security/advisories/product-security/fi-2025-013 | Fortra | Vendor Advisory |
Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-732 | Incorrect Permission Assignment for Critical Resource | Fortra |
| CWE-863 | Incorrect Authorization | Fortra |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| fortra goanywhere managed file transfer | < 7.9.0 |
CPE
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Change History
5 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 25, 2026 | CVE Translated | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | Fortra |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| Jan 30, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| Dec 5, 2025 | New CVE Received | Fortra |