CVE-2026-34414: CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') in thexerteproject xerteonlinetoolkits
Xerte Online Toolkits versions 3.15 and earlier contain a relative path traversal vulnerability in the elFinder connector endpoint at /editor/elfinder/php/connector.php where the name parameter in rename commands is not sanitized for path traversal sequences. Attackers can supply a name value containing directory traversal sequences to move files from project media directories to arbitrary locations on the filesystem, potentially overwriting application files, achieving stored cross-site scripting, or combining with other vulnerabilities to achieve unauthenticated remote code execution by moving PHP code files to the application root.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-34414 is a CWE-22 path traversal vulnerability affecting Xerte Online Toolkits up to version 3.15. The issue exists in the elFinder connector endpoint at /editor/elfinder/php/connector.php, where the 'name' parameter in rename commands lacks proper sanitization against directory traversal sequences. This allows an attacker with at least limited privileges to move files outside intended directories, potentially overwriting critical application files. The vulnerability can be leveraged to achieve stored XSS or, in combination with other vulnerabilities, unauthenticated remote code execution by moving malicious PHP files to the application root directory.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can allow an attacker to move files arbitrarily on the filesystem, leading to overwriting of application files. This may result in stored cross-site scripting attacks or, when combined with other vulnerabilities, unauthenticated remote code execution. The CVSS 4.0 score is 7.1 (high severity), indicating significant risk if exploited.
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 vulnerable endpoint and monitor for suspicious file operations. Avoid exposing the elFinder connector endpoint to untrusted users. Follow vendor updates closely for an official patch or mitigation instructions.
CVE-2026-34414: CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') in thexerteproject xerteonlinetoolkits
Description
Xerte Online Toolkits versions 3.15 and earlier contain a relative path traversal vulnerability in the elFinder connector endpoint at /editor/elfinder/php/connector.php where the name parameter in rename commands is not sanitized for path traversal sequences. Attackers can supply a name value containing directory traversal sequences to move files from project media directories to arbitrary locations on the filesystem, potentially overwriting application files, achieving stored cross-site scripting, or combining with other vulnerabilities to achieve unauthenticated remote code execution by moving PHP code files to the application root.
CVSS v4.0
Score 7.1high
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-34414 is a CWE-22 path traversal vulnerability affecting Xerte Online Toolkits up to version 3.15. The issue exists in the elFinder connector endpoint at /editor/elfinder/php/connector.php, where the 'name' parameter in rename commands lacks proper sanitization against directory traversal sequences. This allows an attacker with at least limited privileges to move files outside intended directories, potentially overwriting critical application files. The vulnerability can be leveraged to achieve stored XSS or, in combination with other vulnerabilities, unauthenticated remote code execution by moving malicious PHP files to the application root directory.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can allow an attacker to move files arbitrarily on the filesystem, leading to overwriting of application files. This may result in stored cross-site scripting attacks or, when combined with other vulnerabilities, unauthenticated remote code execution. The CVSS 4.0 score is 7.1 (high severity), indicating significant risk if exploited.
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 vulnerable endpoint and monitor for suspicious file operations. Avoid exposing the elFinder connector endpoint to untrusted users. Follow vendor updates closely for an official patch or mitigation instructions.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- VulnCheck
- Date Reserved
- 2026-03-27T15:24:06.752Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 69e91af419fe3cd2cde2a8b5
Added to database: 4/22/2026, 7:01:08 PM
Last enriched: 5/26/2026, 7:44:01 AM
Last updated: 6/6/2026, 4:13:24 AM
Views: 61
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