CVE-2026-1196 is a security vulnerability identified in MineAdmin versions 1.x and 2.x, affecting the /system/getFileInfoById endpoint. This vulnerability arises from improper validation or sanitization of the ID parameter, which attackers can manipulate to disclose sensitive information remotely. The vulnerability does not require user interaction or authentication, but the attack complexity is high, making exploitation difficult. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 2.3, indicating a low severity primarily due to limited confidentiality impact and the high complexity of attack. The flaw allows an attacker to retrieve information that should otherwise be inaccessible, potentially exposing internal system details or user data. The vendor was informed early but has not provided a patch or mitigation guidance, and no public exploits have been observed in the wild. The vulnerability affects all versions in the 1.x and 2.x branches of MineAdmin, a product whose market penetration and usage in Europe should be assessed to understand exposure. The lack of authentication requirement means that any remote attacker with network access to the vulnerable endpoint could attempt exploitation, though the difficulty level reduces the likelihood of widespread abuse.

For European organizations using MineAdmin 1.x or 2.x, this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information, potentially including configuration files, user data, or internal system details. While the impact on confidentiality is limited and exploitation is difficult, any leakage of internal information can aid attackers in planning further attacks or cause compliance issues under data protection regulations such as GDPR. The low severity score suggests minimal direct operational disruption or data loss, but the absence of vendor response increases risk over time. Organizations in sectors with high regulatory scrutiny or handling sensitive data may face reputational damage or legal consequences if information disclosure occurs. The remote nature of the vulnerability means that exposed MineAdmin installations accessible over the internet or internal networks are at risk. However, the high complexity and lack of known active exploits reduce the immediate threat level.

European organizations should implement network-level controls to restrict access to the /system/getFileInfoById endpoint, such as firewall rules or web application firewalls (WAF) with custom signatures to detect and block suspicious ID parameter manipulations. Conduct thorough audits of MineAdmin deployments to identify exposed instances and limit their network exposure, especially from untrusted networks. Employ strict access controls and segmentation to isolate MineAdmin servers from the internet and non-essential internal users. Monitor logs for unusual access patterns or repeated attempts to query the vulnerable endpoint. Since no official patch is available, consider deploying virtual patching via WAF or reverse proxies. Engage with the vendor for updates and track vulnerability disclosures for any forthcoming patches. Additionally, review and harden application configurations to minimize information leakage and ensure sensitive files are not accessible through other means. Finally, incorporate this vulnerability into incident response plans to quickly address any exploitation attempts.