CVE-2026-75418: n/a
Description
A path traversal vulnerability exists in the built-in preview/development web server of Lektor <3.3.14 on Windows. An attacker with network access to the server can send a crafted HTTP request containing path traversal sequences to read arbitrary files accessible to the process, disclosing sensitive information such as system files and deployment configuration files containing credentials.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.5high
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-75418 is a path traversal vulnerability affecting the built-in preview/development web server of Lektor on Windows platforms before version 3.3.14. An attacker with network access can exploit this vulnerability by sending specially crafted HTTP requests that include path traversal sequences, enabling them to read arbitrary files accessible to the server process. This can lead to disclosure of sensitive information including system files and deployment configuration files that may contain credentials. The vulnerability has a CVSS v3.1 base score of 7.5, indicating high severity, with no required privileges or user interaction for exploitation. No official patch or remediation guidance is currently provided in the available data.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows an unauthenticated attacker with network access to the vulnerable Lektor development server on Windows to read arbitrary files. This can result in disclosure of sensitive system and configuration files, potentially exposing credentials and other confidential information. The vulnerability does not allow modification or denial of service but compromises confidentiality.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict network access to the built-in preview/development web server of Lektor on Windows to trusted users only, and avoid exposing it to untrusted networks.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- mitre
- Date Reserved
- 2026-08-17T00:00:00.000Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6a916b3bacd9273b49cabe12
Added to database: 08/28/2026, 11:04:27 UTC
Last enriched: 09/07/2026, 14:48:19 UTC
Last updated: 10/12/2026, 18:48:22 UTC
Views: 55
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