Vulnerability Description
Ghost is a Node.js content management system. From 1.20.1 until 6.54.1, an Administrator-level user could remotely overwrite certain files on the filesystem through the database backup filename, leading to integrity and availability issues. The database export endpoint failed to reject path separators in the caller-supplied filename. This issue is fixed in version 6.54.1.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/TryGhost/Ghost/commit/f466c300191a609ed36c8d7c5d1e33ccd440786
- https://github.com/TryGhost/Ghost/releases/tag/v6.54.1
- https://github.com/TryGhost/Ghost/security/advisories/GHSA-cj62-hvv2-2q5h
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-70592?
CVE-2026-70592 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 5.5 (MEDIUM). Ghost is a Node.js content management system. From 1.20.1 until 6.54.1, an Administrator-level user could remotely overwrite certain files on the filesystem through the database backup filename, leadi...
How severe is CVE-2026-70592?
CVE-2026-70592 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-2026-70592?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.