CVE-2026-48338 describes an improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory (path traversal) vulnerability in Adobe ColdFusion 2025. This flaw enables an attacker with low privileges to access files and directories outside the intended access scope, potentially exposing sensitive information. The vulnerability does not require user interaction and alters the security scope, increasing the impact of the compromise. As of the published date, no patch or official fix has been announced by Adobe.

Successful exploitation allows an attacker with low privileges to read arbitrary files on the system outside the intended restricted directories, potentially exposing sensitive data. The vulnerability does not impact integrity or availability but has a high confidentiality impact. The scope change indicates that the vulnerability affects resources beyond the originally intended security boundaries.

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict access to ColdFusion interfaces to trusted users only and monitor for unusual file access patterns. Avoid exposing ColdFusion services to untrusted networks. Follow Adobe's official advisories for updates.