CVE-2026-90774

HIGHCVSS 7.5/10EPSS 0.38%

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CVE-2026-90774 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.5/10 on the CVSS scale. rustypaste before 0.18.1 validates the destination path before applying the optional custom filename HTTP header, allowing attackers to bypass directory-escape checks. Attackers can supply path traversal sequences in the filename header to write files outside the configured upload directory to arbitrary locations.. EPSS estimates a 0.38% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.

Description

rustypaste before 0.18.1 validates the destination path before applying the optional custom filename HTTP header, allowing attackers to bypass directory-escape checks. Attackers can supply path traversal sequences in the filename header to write files outside the configured upload directory to arbitrary locations.

Metrics

Weakness Enumeration

Affected Software

Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.

VendorProductVersions
orhunrustypaste< 0.18.1

References

Timeline

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Status
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-90774?
rustypaste before 0.18.1 validates the destination path before applying the optional custom filename HTTP header, allowing attackers to bypass directory-escape checks. Attackers can supply path traversal sequences in the filename header to write files outside the configured upload directory to arbitrary locations.
How severe is CVE-2026-90774?
CVE-2026-90774 has a CVSS score of 7.5/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.38% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-90774?
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