CVE-2026-78435: Path Traversal in Faveo Helpdesk
CVE-2026-78435 is a path traversal vulnerability in Faveo Helpdesk versions 2.0.0 through 2.0.3. It affects the unlink function in the Logo Handler component, allowing remote attackers to manipulate the argument data1 to perform path traversal. The vulnerability has been publicly disclosed, but no official patch or vendor response is available yet. The CVSS 4.0 score rates this as a medium severity issue.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability exists in the unlink function of the file app/Http/Controllers/Admin/helpdesk/SettingsController.php within the Logo Handler component of Faveo Helpdesk. By manipulating the argument data1, an attacker can perform path traversal, potentially leading to unauthorized file deletion or manipulation. The issue affects versions 2.0.0, 2.0.1, 2.0.2, and 2.0.3. The vulnerability can be exploited remotely without user interaction and requires high privileges. The vulnerability has been publicly disclosed, but the vendor has not yet provided a fix or official remediation guidance.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows remote attackers with high privileges to perform path traversal via the unlink function, potentially deleting or manipulating files outside the intended directory. This could lead to partial denial of service or unauthorized file system changes. The CVSS 4.0 score of 5.1 reflects a medium impact with limited scope and complexity.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since the vendor has not responded or released a fix, users should monitor official channels for updates. Until a patch is available, restrict access to the affected functionality to trusted users only and consider applying compensating controls to limit exposure.
CVE-2026-78435: Path Traversal in Faveo Helpdesk
Description
CVE-2026-78435 is a path traversal vulnerability in Faveo Helpdesk versions 2.0.0 through 2.0.3. It affects the unlink function in the Logo Handler component, allowing remote attackers to manipulate the argument data1 to perform path traversal. The vulnerability has been publicly disclosed, but no official patch or vendor response is available yet. The CVSS 4.0 score rates this as a medium severity issue.
CVSS v4.0
Score 5.1medium
Affected software
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AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability exists in the unlink function of the file app/Http/Controllers/Admin/helpdesk/SettingsController.php within the Logo Handler component of Faveo Helpdesk. By manipulating the argument data1, an attacker can perform path traversal, potentially leading to unauthorized file deletion or manipulation. The issue affects versions 2.0.0, 2.0.1, 2.0.2, and 2.0.3. The vulnerability can be exploited remotely without user interaction and requires high privileges. The vulnerability has been publicly disclosed, but the vendor has not yet provided a fix or official remediation guidance.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows remote attackers with high privileges to perform path traversal via the unlink function, potentially deleting or manipulating files outside the intended directory. This could lead to partial denial of service or unauthorized file system changes. The CVSS 4.0 score of 5.1 reflects a medium impact with limited scope and complexity.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since the vendor has not responded or released a fix, users should monitor official channels for updates. Until a patch is available, restrict access to the affected functionality to trusted users only and consider applying compensating controls to limit exposure.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- VulDB
- Date Reserved
- 2026-08-24T15:45:39.675Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a8cc0abacd9273b49319bd4
Added to database: 08/24/2026, 22:07:39 UTC
Last enriched: 08/24/2026, 22:22:06 UTC
Last updated: 08/24/2026, 22:22:06 UTC
Views: 4
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