CVE-2024-0204

Authentication Bypass in GoAnywhere MFT

Published Jan 22, 2024 CVSS 3.1 · 9.8 Critical EPSS 95.1% KEV · Not listed
Description
Authentication bypass in Fortra's GoAnywhere MFT prior to 7.4.1 allows an unauthorized user to create an admin user via the administration portal.

Remediation

Vendor Solution

Upgrade to version 7.4.1 or higher. The vulnerability may also be eliminated in non-container deployments by deleting the InitialAccountSetup.xhtml file in the install directory and restarting the services. For container-deployed instances, replace the file with an empty file and restart. For additional information, see  https://my.goanywhere.com/webclient/ViewSecurityAdvisories.xhtml https://my.goanywhere.com/webclient/ViewSecurityAdvisories.xhtml  (registration required). https://my.goanywhere.com/webclient/ViewSecurityAdvisories.xhtml


Vendor Workaround

Users are encouraged to apply defense-in-depth tactics to limit access to the administrative console. Do not expose the console to the internet and apply web application controls such as a WAF, monitoring, and access controls.

Tracking

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Advisories

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History
Type Values Removed Values Added
Metrics ssvc

{'options': {'Automatable': 'yes', 'Exploitation': 'none', 'Technical Impact': 'total'}, 'version': '2.0.3'}

Weaknesses

Sources

Status
PUBLISHED
Assigner
Fortra
Published
Updated
May 30, 2025, 2:22 PM
Reserved
Jan 3, 2024, 12:12 AM
Status
Modified
Published
Jan 22, 2024, 6:15 PM
Modified
Jun 17, 2026, 6:52 AM