Vulnerability Description
Nging through 5.3.5 contains an information disclosure vulnerability that allows any authenticated backend user to list host directories by abusing the public-tagged /user/autocomplete_path endpoint. Low-privileged users without file-manager permission can supply arbitrary paths in the query parameter to enumerate directories readable by the Nging process and confirm specific files exist.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/admpub/nging
- https://github.com/admpub/nging/blob/v5.3.5/application/handler/user/init.go#L28
- https://github.com/admpub/nging/blob/v5.3.5/application/handler/user/profile.go#
- https://github.com/admpub/nging/commit/6434d026f668bdb5d59db658036fd6febbd29c0c
- https://github.com/admpub/nging/issues/831
- https://hackmd.io/@hieuPenguinnn/nging-user-autocomplete-path-filesystem-disclos
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/nging-through-5.3.5-directory-listing-discl
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-119653?
CVE-2026-119653 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 4.3 (MEDIUM). Nging through 5.3.5 contains an information disclosure vulnerability that allows any authenticated backend user to list host directories by abusing the public-tagged /user/autocomplete_path endpoint. ...
How severe is CVE-2026-119653?
CVE-2026-119653 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 4.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-119653?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.