Vulnerability Description
DeepWiki-Open through commit d92819a contains an arbitrary file read vulnerability in the unauthenticated /ws/chat WebSocket endpoint that accepts repo_url as a filesystem path with no containment. Attackers can supply arbitrary directory paths to read all files with supported extensions including Python, JavaScript, YAML, and JSON files containing hardcoded secrets and credentials.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/AsyncFuncAI/deepwiki-open
- https://github.com/AsyncFuncAI/deepwiki-open/blob/16f35a0fc0284e99b7963bbf4e8585
- https://github.com/AsyncFuncAI/deepwiki-open/blob/d92819a9c9f3b99416e3580ff235fc
- https://github.com/AsyncFuncAI/deepwiki-open/issues/536
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/deepwiki-open-through-commit-d92819a-arbitr
- https://github.com/AsyncFuncAI/deepwiki-open/issues/536
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-90946?
CVE-2026-90946 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). DeepWiki-Open through commit d92819a contains an arbitrary file read vulnerability in the unauthenticated /ws/chat WebSocket endpoint that accepts repo_url as a filesystem path with no containment. At...
How severe is CVE-2026-90946?
CVE-2026-90946 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-90946?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.