A serious flaw has been found in three widely used file-sharing tools, putting several organizations at risk of security breaches. The three tools affected, LexiCom, VLTransfer, and Harmony, are all developed by Cleo, a company focused on managed file transfer (MFT) solutions. Experts have warned that the flaw could be exploited and urged users to take preventive measures immediately.
The Vulnerability and Its Impact
This vulnerability, identified as CVE-2024-50623, has been known to allow unrestricted file uploads and downloads. This might allow hackers to execute malicious code remotely. Huntress, a cybersecurity firm, reported that the flaw has already been exploited, with at least 24 businesses confirmed as compromised. Companies in sectors like logistics, consumer products, and food supply are included in the list.
Although Cleo has issued a patch in October 2024, Huntress believes that the update is not enough to protect the users, hence exposing the systems to attackers. According to Shodan, a search engine that monitors internet-connected devices, there are hundreds of vulnerable servers running Cleo’s tools, mostly located in the United States.
What Is Happening After Exploitation?
Once the vulnerability has been exploited, attackers are engaging in activities that might reflect data theft or other malicious activities. According to Huntress, the motives of the ha
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