V4: OpenList: Authenticated users can rename files outside their base path via batch rename `src_name` traversal
An authenticated user with rename permission in OpenList v4 can exploit a path traversal vulnerability in the batch rename API to rename files outside their authorized base directory. The vulnerability arises because the source filename parameter (`src_name`) is not properly validated for path traversal, allowing escape from the constrained source directory. This can lead to unauthorized file renaming across directories. The issue affects versions prior to 4.2.4.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The `/api/fs/batch_rename` endpoint in OpenList v4 improperly validates the `src_name` parameter during batch rename operations. While the target directory (`src_dir`) is constrained and authorized, the source filename (`src_name`) is concatenated without sufficient validation, allowing path traversal sequences such as `../../` to escape the authorized directory. This results in renaming files outside the user's base path despite permission checks being limited to the constrained directory. The vulnerability is due to missing validation on `src_name` and path normalization occurring after authorization checks. The flaw is confirmed by a proof-of-concept that demonstrates renaming a file outside the authorized directory by an authenticated user with rename permission but without admin privileges.
Potential Impact
An attacker with authenticated access and rename permissions can rename arbitrary files outside their authorized directory by exploiting path traversal in the source filename parameter. This can lead to unauthorized modification of files, potentially impacting confidentiality and integrity of data. The vulnerability does not require administrative privileges but does require rename permission. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a patch is available, restrict rename permissions to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious rename activity. Avoid exposing the vulnerable batch rename API to untrusted users. Follow vendor updates for an official fix.
V4: OpenList: Authenticated users can rename files outside their base path via batch rename `src_name` traversal
Description
An authenticated user with rename permission in OpenList v4 can exploit a path traversal vulnerability in the batch rename API to rename files outside their authorized base directory. The vulnerability arises because the source filename parameter (`src_name`) is not properly validated for path traversal, allowing escape from the constrained source directory. This can lead to unauthorized file renaming across directories. The issue affects versions prior to 4.2.4.
CVSS v3.1
Affected software
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Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
The `/api/fs/batch_rename` endpoint in OpenList v4 improperly validates the `src_name` parameter during batch rename operations. While the target directory (`src_dir`) is constrained and authorized, the source filename (`src_name`) is concatenated without sufficient validation, allowing path traversal sequences such as `../../` to escape the authorized directory. This results in renaming files outside the user's base path despite permission checks being limited to the constrained directory. The vulnerability is due to missing validation on `src_name` and path normalization occurring after authorization checks. The flaw is confirmed by a proof-of-concept that demonstrates renaming a file outside the authorized directory by an authenticated user with rename permission but without admin privileges.
Potential Impact
An attacker with authenticated access and rename permissions can rename arbitrary files outside their authorized directory by exploiting path traversal in the source filename parameter. This can lead to unauthorized modification of files, potentially impacting confidentiality and integrity of data. The vulnerability does not require administrative privileges but does require rename permission. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a patch is available, restrict rename permissions to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious rename activity. Avoid exposing the vulnerable batch rename API to untrusted users. Follow vendor updates for an official fix.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-95cv-r8x4-vh75
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- []
- Ecosystems
- ["Go"]
- Database Specific Severity
- HIGH
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
Threat ID: 6a65421d9c2644c7f8088077
Added to database: 07/25/2026, 23:09:17 UTC
Last enriched: 07/25/2026, 23:50:25 UTC
Last updated: 07/26/2026, 03:56:05 UTC
Views: 4
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