Vulnerability Description
HUBzero CMS through 2.2.32 contains a path traversal vulnerability in project file upload handlers that allows authenticated project members to write arbitrary files outside the project repository. Attackers can supply traversal sequences in upload parameters to write files to attacker-chosen paths with web server privileges, potentially enabling code execution.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/hubzero/hubzero-cms
- https://github.com/hubzero/hubzero-cms/blob/v2.2.32/core/components/com_projects
- https://github.com/hubzero/hubzero-cms/blob/v2.2.32/core/libraries/Hubzero/Files
- https://github.com/hubzero/hubzero-cms/blob/v2.2.32/core/plugins/projects/files/
- https://github.com/hubzero/hubzero-cms/commit/4a58215463e5d42f8d03567358171383da
- https://github.com/hubzero/hubzero-cms/commit/5b4c4aefedf647390465cdfd0e7fa626c3
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/hubzero-cms-through-2.2.32-path-traversal-v
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-92970?
CVE-2026-92970 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). HUBzero CMS through 2.2.32 contains a path traversal vulnerability in project file upload handlers that allows authenticated project members to write arbitrary files outside the project repository. At...
How severe is CVE-2026-92970?
CVE-2026-92970 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-92970?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.