CVE-2026-72569 — CRITICAL (9.1)

Vulnerability Description

A path traversal vulnerability in cube-root/directory-serve through 1.3.7 allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to delete arbitrary files outside the intended served directory when the application is run with the --delete option.

CVSS Score

9.1

CRITICAL

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

NONE

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-22

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-72569?

CVE-2026-72569 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.1 (CRITICAL). A path traversal vulnerability in cube-root/directory-serve through 1.3.7 allows an unauthenticated remote attacker to delete arbitrary files outside the intended served directory when the application...

How severe is CVE-2026-72569?

CVE-2026-72569 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.1/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-72569?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.