Vulnerability Description
Forgejo through 15.0.11, 16.0.0 through 16.0.7, and 17.0.0 through 17.0.1 contains a path traversal vulnerability in restore-repo that allows attackers to read files outside the dump directory via crafted asset paths. Attackers can supply a dump whose release.yml DownloadURL or PatchURL contains ../ sequences, importing files like app.ini as release attachments when an administrator restores it.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://abraxaslabs.tech/research/forgejo-restore-file-open
- https://codeberg.org/forgejo/forgejo
- https://codeberg.org/forgejo/forgejo/src/tag/v17.0.1/services/migrations/restore
- https://github.com/go-gitea/gitea/pull/38215
- https://github.com/go-gitea/gitea/security/advisories/GHSA-xmj7-xj85-hfc3
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/forgejo-through-15.0.11-16.0.7-and-17.0.1-p
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-119546?
CVE-2026-119546 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). Forgejo through 15.0.11, 16.0.0 through 16.0.7, and 17.0.0 through 17.0.1 contains a path traversal vulnerability in restore-repo that allows attackers to read files outside the dump directory via cra...
How severe is CVE-2026-119546?
CVE-2026-119546 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-119546?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.