CVE-2026-39981: CWE-22: Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') in Josh-XT AGiXT
AGiXT is a dynamic AI Agent Automation Platform. Prior to 1.9.2, the safe_join() function in the essential_abilities extension fails to validate that resolved file paths remain within the designated agent workspace. An authenticated attacker can use directory traversal sequences to read, write, or delete arbitrary files on the server hosting the AGiXT instance. This vulnerability is fixed in 1.9.2.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
AGiXT versions before 1.9.2 contain a path traversal vulnerability (CWE-22) in the safe_join() function of the essential_abilities extension. This function fails to ensure that resolved file paths remain within the designated agent workspace directory. An attacker with authentication privileges can exploit this flaw by using directory traversal sequences to access or modify files outside the intended directory scope, potentially leading to full compromise of the hosting server. The vulnerability is addressed in version 1.9.2 of AGiXT.
Potential Impact
An authenticated attacker can leverage this vulnerability to read, write, or delete arbitrary files on the server hosting the AGiXT instance. This can lead to complete compromise of the system's confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The CVSS score of 8.8 reflects the high impact across these security dimensions.
Mitigation Recommendations
Upgrade AGiXT to version 1.9.2 or later, where this vulnerability is fixed. Since the vendor advisory confirms the fix in 1.9.2, applying this official update is the recommended remediation. No other mitigation steps are specified or required.
CVE-2026-39981: CWE-22: Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') in Josh-XT AGiXT
Description
AGiXT is a dynamic AI Agent Automation Platform. Prior to 1.9.2, the safe_join() function in the essential_abilities extension fails to validate that resolved file paths remain within the designated agent workspace. An authenticated attacker can use directory traversal sequences to read, write, or delete arbitrary files on the server hosting the AGiXT instance. This vulnerability is fixed in 1.9.2.
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
AGiXT versions before 1.9.2 contain a path traversal vulnerability (CWE-22) in the safe_join() function of the essential_abilities extension. This function fails to ensure that resolved file paths remain within the designated agent workspace directory. An attacker with authentication privileges can exploit this flaw by using directory traversal sequences to access or modify files outside the intended directory scope, potentially leading to full compromise of the hosting server. The vulnerability is addressed in version 1.9.2 of AGiXT.
Potential Impact
An authenticated attacker can leverage this vulnerability to read, write, or delete arbitrary files on the server hosting the AGiXT instance. This can lead to complete compromise of the system's confidentiality, integrity, and availability. The CVSS score of 8.8 reflects the high impact across these security dimensions.
Mitigation Recommendations
Upgrade AGiXT to version 1.9.2 or later, where this vulnerability is fixed. Since the vendor advisory confirms the fix in 1.9.2, applying this official update is the recommended remediation. No other mitigation steps are specified or required.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- GitHub_M
- Date Reserved
- 2026-04-08T00:01:47.628Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 69d843791cc7ad14da3fb698
Added to database: 4/10/2026, 12:25:29 AM
Last enriched: 4/17/2026, 11:54:43 AM
Last updated: 5/25/2026, 7:41:45 AM
Views: 86
Community Reviews
0 reviewsCrowdsource mitigation strategies, share intel context, and vote on the most helpful responses. Sign in to add your voice and help keep defenders ahead.
Want to contribute mitigation steps or threat intel context? Sign in or create an account to join the community discussion.
Actions
Updates to AI analysis require Pro Console access. Upgrade inside Console → Billing.
Need more coverage?
Upgrade to Pro Console for AI refresh and higher limits.
For incident response and remediation, OffSeq services can help resolve threats faster.
Latest Threats
Check if your credentials are on the dark web
Instant breach scanning across billions of leaked records. Free tier available.