CVE-2026-47826: CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') in CloudFoundry Foundation BOSH CLI tool
The blobs.yml path key traversal vulnerability in the BOSH CLI tool allows an attacker to write arbitrary files and exfiltrate sensitive information. Affected versions: BOSH CLI tool versions prior to v7.10.4.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The BOSH CLI tool contains a CWE-22 path traversal vulnerability related to the blobs.yml path key. This flaw allows an attacker to manipulate file paths to write arbitrary files outside the intended directory and exfiltrate sensitive data. The issue affects all BOSH CLI tool versions before 7.10.4. Although the vulnerability is publicly known and assigned CVE-2026-47826, no official fix or patch has been documented in the vendor advisory or related sources at this time.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to arbitrary file write operations and unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information. This compromises the confidentiality and integrity of the affected system. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable without privileges or user interaction, increasing its risk profile.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, users should exercise caution when handling blobs.yml files and restrict access to trusted users only. Monitor vendor communications for updates regarding patches or official mitigations.
CVE-2026-47826: CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') in CloudFoundry Foundation BOSH CLI tool
Description
The blobs.yml path key traversal vulnerability in the BOSH CLI tool allows an attacker to write arbitrary files and exfiltrate sensitive information. Affected versions: BOSH CLI tool versions prior to v7.10.4.
CVSS v4.0
Score 8.5high
Affected software
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Weaknesses
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Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The BOSH CLI tool contains a CWE-22 path traversal vulnerability related to the blobs.yml path key. This flaw allows an attacker to manipulate file paths to write arbitrary files outside the intended directory and exfiltrate sensitive data. The issue affects all BOSH CLI tool versions before 7.10.4. Although the vulnerability is publicly known and assigned CVE-2026-47826, no official fix or patch has been documented in the vendor advisory or related sources at this time.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to arbitrary file write operations and unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information. This compromises the confidentiality and integrity of the affected system. The vulnerability is remotely exploitable without privileges or user interaction, increasing its risk profile.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, users should exercise caution when handling blobs.yml files and restrict access to trusted users only. Monitor vendor communications for updates regarding patches or official mitigations.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- vmware
- Date Reserved
- 2026-05-20T10:00:48.931Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a4f46b8c9d9e3dbe3ae73e1
Added to database: 07/09/2026, 06:59:04 UTC
Last enriched: 07/16/2026, 10:10:25 UTC
Last updated: 08/23/2026, 03:43:01 UTC
Views: 101
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