CVE-2026-60027: CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory in themexpert.com Quix Page Builder Pro extension for Joomla
The Quix Page Builder Pro extension for Joomla versions 1.0 through 6.2.0 contains an unauthenticated path traversal vulnerability. This flaw allows unauthenticated frontend users to traverse directories and read arbitrary files via form elements on a published page containing a Form element. The vulnerability is identified as CWE-22 and carries a high severity rating with a CVSS 4.0 score of 8.7.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-60027 is a path traversal vulnerability in the themexpert.com Quix Page Builder Pro Joomla extension prior to version 6.2.1. It permits unauthenticated users to exploit form elements on published pages to traverse directories and read arbitrary files on the server. This vulnerability arises from improper limitation of pathname to a restricted directory (CWE-22). No official remediation or patch has been confirmed as of the published date.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows unauthenticated attackers to read arbitrary files on the affected server, potentially exposing sensitive information. This can lead to information disclosure and further compromise depending on the contents of accessible files. The vulnerability does not require authentication or user interaction beyond accessing a page with a Form element.
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 pages containing Form elements and monitor for suspicious activity. Consider disabling or removing the Quix Page Builder Pro extension if feasible.
CVE-2026-60027: CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory in themexpert.com Quix Page Builder Pro extension for Joomla
Description
The Quix Page Builder Pro extension for Joomla versions 1.0 through 6.2.0 contains an unauthenticated path traversal vulnerability. This flaw allows unauthenticated frontend users to traverse directories and read arbitrary files via form elements on a published page containing a Form element. The vulnerability is identified as CWE-22 and carries a high severity rating with a CVSS 4.0 score of 8.7.
CVSS v4.0
Score 8.7high
Affected software
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-60027 is a path traversal vulnerability in the themexpert.com Quix Page Builder Pro Joomla extension prior to version 6.2.1. It permits unauthenticated users to exploit form elements on published pages to traverse directories and read arbitrary files on the server. This vulnerability arises from improper limitation of pathname to a restricted directory (CWE-22). No official remediation or patch has been confirmed as of the published date.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows unauthenticated attackers to read arbitrary files on the affected server, potentially exposing sensitive information. This can lead to information disclosure and further compromise depending on the contents of accessible files. The vulnerability does not require authentication or user interaction beyond accessing a page with a Form element.
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 pages containing Form elements and monitor for suspicious activity. Consider disabling or removing the Quix Page Builder Pro extension if feasible.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Joomla
- Date Reserved
- 2026-07-08T05:31:35.889Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a5e6c122a4a8d59898880b1
Added to database: 07/20/2026, 18:42:26 UTC
Last enriched: 07/30/2026, 04:59:47 UTC
Last updated: 09/03/2026, 22:52:13 UTC
Views: 63
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