A vulnerability was detected in halo-dev halo up to 2.24.2. (CVE-2026-16088)
A path traversal vulnerability exists in the Download function of the MigrationEndpoint.java file within the Files Backup Endpoint component of halo-dev halo versions up to 2.24.2. This vulnerability allows remote attackers with high privileges to manipulate file paths and potentially access unauthorized files. The vulnerability is classified as CWE-22 and has a low severity rating. Exploit code is publicly available, but no known exploits in the wild have been reported. No official patch or remediation information is provided.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The halo-dev halo software up to version 2.24.2 contains a path traversal vulnerability (CWE-22) in the Download function of MigrationEndpoint.java within the Files Backup Endpoint component. This flaw permits remote attackers with high privileges to manipulate file paths, potentially leading to unauthorized file access. The vulnerability has a low severity rating and publicly available exploit code exists. No patch or vendor advisory is currently provided, and the product is not a cloud service.
Potential Impact
Remote attackers with high privileges can exploit this vulnerability to manipulate file paths in the Download function, potentially accessing files outside the intended directory. This could lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive files. The severity is rated low, indicating limited impact or exploitability under typical conditions. No known active exploitation has been reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict access to the affected component and monitor for suspicious activity related to file downloads. Avoid exposing the vulnerable endpoint to untrusted users.
A vulnerability was detected in halo-dev halo up to 2.24.2. (CVE-2026-16088)
Description
A path traversal vulnerability exists in the Download function of the MigrationEndpoint.java file within the Files Backup Endpoint component of halo-dev halo versions up to 2.24.2. This vulnerability allows remote attackers with high privileges to manipulate file paths and potentially access unauthorized files. The vulnerability is classified as CWE-22 and has a low severity rating. Exploit code is publicly available, but no known exploits in the wild have been reported. No official patch or remediation information is provided.
CVSS v4.0
Affected software
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Weaknesses
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Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The halo-dev halo software up to version 2.24.2 contains a path traversal vulnerability (CWE-22) in the Download function of MigrationEndpoint.java within the Files Backup Endpoint component. This flaw permits remote attackers with high privileges to manipulate file paths, potentially leading to unauthorized file access. The vulnerability has a low severity rating and publicly available exploit code exists. No patch or vendor advisory is currently provided, and the product is not a cloud service.
Potential Impact
Remote attackers with high privileges can exploit this vulnerability to manipulate file paths in the Download function, potentially accessing files outside the intended directory. This could lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive files. The severity is rated low, indicating limited impact or exploitability under typical conditions. No known active exploitation has been reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict access to the affected component and monitor for suspicious activity related to file downloads. Avoid exposing the vulnerable endpoint to untrusted users.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-mrpc-g9pq-2433
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-16088"]
- Ecosystems
- []
- Database Specific Severity
- LOW
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
Threat ID: 6a5bd31b2a4a8d5989285427
Added to database: 07/18/2026, 19:25:15 UTC
Last enriched: 07/18/2026, 19:57:22 UTC
Last updated: 07/18/2026, 22:26:34 UTC
Views: 5
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