Vulnerability Description
Treeio through 2.0 contains an insecure deserialization vulnerability in UpdateRecord.get_format_strings and ModuleSetting.loads that allows staff users to execute code via unverified pickle data. Attackers can store a crafted base64 pickle payload in an UpdateRecord format_strings field through the Django admin, executing Python code as the web server user when news feeds render.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/treeio/treeio
- https://github.com/treeio/treeio/blob/bae3115f4015aad2cbc5ab45572232ceec990495/t
- https://github.com/treeio/treeio/blob/bae3115f4015aad2cbc5ab45572232ceec990495/t
- https://github.com/treeio/treeio/issues/165
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/treeio-through-2.0-insecure-deserialization
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-124318?
CVE-2026-124318 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). Treeio through 2.0 contains an insecure deserialization vulnerability in UpdateRecord.get_format_strings and ModuleSetting.loads that allows staff users to execute code via unverified pickle data. Att...
How severe is CVE-2026-124318?
CVE-2026-124318 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-124318?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.