Vulnerability Description
MPXJ is an open source library to read and write project plans from a variety of file formats and databases. From 7.3.0 until 16.5.0, reading a suitably crafted Primavera P3 PRX or SureTrak STX file can cause MPXJ to write files to arbitrary locations in the filesystem. This issue is fixed in version 16.5.0.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/joniles/mpxj/commit/4347315afab1ef5a2907978a754fbc5b0ff58e6f
- https://github.com/joniles/mpxj/releases/tag/v16.5.0
- https://github.com/joniles/mpxj/security/advisories/GHSA-7952-gx68-cjqr
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-65829?
CVE-2026-65829 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.3 (MEDIUM). MPXJ is an open source library to read and write project plans from a variety of file formats and databases. From 7.3.0 until 16.5.0, reading a suitably crafted Primavera P3 PRX or SureTrak STX file c...
How severe is CVE-2026-65829?
CVE-2026-65829 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 5.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-65829?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.