CVE-2019-13981

Name: CVE-2019-13981
Creator: NVD / NIST
Published: 2019-07-19T15:15:12.313+00:00
License: https://creativecommons.org/publicdomain/zero/1.0/

UnknownEPSS 1.50%

Last modified Jun 17, 2026

CVE-2019-13981 is a vulnerability of currently unknown severity. In Directus 7 API through 2.3.0, remote attackers can read image files via a direct request for a filename under the uploads/_/originals/ directory. This is related to a configuration option in which the file collection can be non-public, but this option does not apply to the thumbnailer.. EPSS estimates a 1.50% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

In Directus 7 API through 2.3.0, remote attackers can read image files via a direct request for a filename under the uploads/_/originals/ directory. This is related to a configuration option in which the file collection can be non-public, but this option does not apply to the thumbnailer.

Metrics

EPSS Probability

1.50%

71.0th percentile

Probability of exploitation in the next 30 days. Learn more

Weakness Enumeration

CWE-425

Affected Software

Vendor	Product	Versions
Rangerstudio	Directus 7 Api	<= 2.3.0

References

https://github.com/directus/api/issues/986Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
https://github.com/directus/api/issues/987Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
https://github.com/directus/api/issues/986Exploit, Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory
https://github.com/directus/api/issues/987Issue Tracking, Third Party Advisory

Timeline

Published: Jul 19, 2019
Last Modified: Jun 17, 2026
Status: Modified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2019-13981?

How severe is CVE-2019-13981?

Severity scoring for CVE-2019-13981 is pending analysis. The EPSS model estimates a 1.50% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2019-13981?

Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.

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Source: NVD / NIST