CVE-2026-103820: Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') (CWE-22) in Adobe Content Credentials Rust SDK
Description
CVE-2026-103820 is a medium severity path traversal vulnerability in Adobe Content Credentials Rust SDK. It allows an attacker to write files arbitrarily outside of intended directories by exploiting improper pathname restrictions. Exploitation requires user interaction where the victim must extract a maliciously crafted file. The vulnerability impacts version 0 of the SDK. No known exploits are reported in the wild, and no patch information is provided.
CVSS v3.1
Score 5.5medium
Affected software
Adobe
Content Credentials Rust SDK
Adobe
C2PA Tool
Adobe
Content Credentials JS SDK
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Technical Analysis
The Adobe Content Credentials Rust SDK contains a path traversal vulnerability (CWE-22) that improperly limits pathnames to restricted directories. This flaw enables an attacker to write files to arbitrary locations on the file system outside the intended directory constraints. Successful exploitation requires user interaction, specifically the extraction of a maliciously crafted file by the victim. The vulnerability affects version 0 of the SDK and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 5.5, indicating medium severity. There is no information on available patches or fixes.
Potential Impact
An attacker who successfully exploits this vulnerability can write files to unauthorized locations on the file system, potentially leading to integrity violations. The vulnerability does not impact confidentiality or availability directly. Exploitation requires user interaction, limiting the attack vector to scenarios where a victim extracts a crafted file.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, users should exercise caution when extracting files from untrusted sources to prevent exploitation.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- adobe
- Date Reserved
- 2026-10-01T11:06:09.842Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6acea4022cdf04f656b30595
Added to database: 10/13/2026, 21:34:58 UTC
Last enriched: 10/13/2026, 21:48:50 UTC
Last updated: 10/13/2026, 21:50:44 UTC
Views: 7
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