CVE-2026-64872: CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory in regularlabs.com Cache Cleaner Pro extension for Joomla
Joomla Extension - regularlabs.com - Path traversal in Cache Cleaner Pro extension - Custom purge and log paths could escape the site webroot directory.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability (CWE-22) in the Cache Cleaner Pro extension for Joomla permits improper limitation of pathnames, allowing attackers to specify custom purge and log paths that escape the site's webroot directory. This could lead to unauthorized access or manipulation of files outside the intended directory boundaries. The issue affects versions from 1.0.0 through 9.7.6. No CVSS score or vendor advisory with patch information is currently available.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability allows directory traversal outside the webroot via crafted purge and log paths, which could lead to unauthorized file access or modification on the server hosting the Joomla site. The exact impact depends on the server configuration and permissions but may include exposure or alteration of sensitive files.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, users should avoid using custom purge and log paths or restrict their values to safe directories within the webroot. Monitor official channels from regularlabs.com for updates and apply patches once released.
CVE-2026-64872: CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory in regularlabs.com Cache Cleaner Pro extension for Joomla
Description
Joomla Extension - regularlabs.com - Path traversal in Cache Cleaner Pro extension - Custom purge and log paths could escape the site webroot directory.
Affected software
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability (CWE-22) in the Cache Cleaner Pro extension for Joomla permits improper limitation of pathnames, allowing attackers to specify custom purge and log paths that escape the site's webroot directory. This could lead to unauthorized access or manipulation of files outside the intended directory boundaries. The issue affects versions from 1.0.0 through 9.7.6. No CVSS score or vendor advisory with patch information is currently available.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability allows directory traversal outside the webroot via crafted purge and log paths, which could lead to unauthorized file access or modification on the server hosting the Joomla site. The exact impact depends on the server configuration and permissions but may include exposure or alteration of sensitive files.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, users should avoid using custom purge and log paths or restrict their values to safe directories within the webroot. Monitor official channels from regularlabs.com for updates and apply patches once released.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Joomla
- Date Reserved
- 2026-07-20T18:35:16.486Z
- Cvss Version
- null
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a61dd669c2644c7f8c8ecb7
Added to database: 07/23/2026, 09:22:46 UTC
Last enriched: 07/23/2026, 09:38:52 UTC
Last updated: 07/24/2026, 04:41:13 UTC
Views: 7
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