CVE-2026-79318
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10EPSS 0.22%
Last modified
CVE-2026-79318 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. web2py 3.2.2-stable (commit a7330a2bf21219fa77860b6665de927dd4f98e6d) is vulnerable to Directory Traversal in read_file()/write_file() (applications/admin/controllers/webservices.py).. EPSS estimates a 0.22% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
web2py 3.2.2-stable (commit a7330a2bf21219fa77860b6665de927dd4f98e6d) is vulnerable to Directory Traversal in read_file()/write_file() (applications/admin/controllers/webservices.py).
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| — | — | n/a |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Deferred
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-79318?
web2py 3.2.2-stable (commit a7330a2bf21219fa77860b6665de927dd4f98e6d) is vulnerable to Directory Traversal in read_file()/write_file() (applications/admin/controllers/webservices.py).
How severe is CVE-2026-79318?
CVE-2026-79318 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.22% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-79318?
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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