CVE-2026-97356
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Path Traversal in Apache OFBiz Label Manager

Publication date: 2026-11-05

Last updated on: 2026-11-05

Assigner: Apache Software Foundation

Description
External Control of File Name or Path vulnerability in the ViewFile component of Label Manager in Apache OFBiz 24.09.07 on all platforms allows an authenticated user holding only the LABEL_MANAGER_VIEW permission to read arbitrary properties and xml files on the server, including the generated JWT signing key, enabling forgery of an authenticated administrator session, via the fileName parameter of a ViewFile request. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 24.09.08, which fixes this issue.

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Published
2026-11-05
Last Modified
2026-11-05
Generated
2026-11-05
AI Q&A
2026-11-05
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-97356
EUVD
EUVD-2026-117462

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Apache Software Foundation Apache OFBiz 0

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CWE-73 The product allows user input to control or influence paths or file names that are used in filesystem operations.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability is an External Control of File Name or Path issue in Apache OFBiz 24.09.07. It allows an authenticated user with only LABEL_MANAGER_VIEW permission to read arbitrary files on the server, including sensitive files like the JWT signing key, by manipulating the fileName parameter in a ViewFile request.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability can be detected by checking Apache OFBiz versions. Run commands like 'curl -s http://<host>:<port>/system/control/main' or check the version in the application logs. If the version is 24.09.07, the system is vulnerable.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to read sensitive files, forge administrator sessions, and gain unauthorized access to the system. This could lead to data breaches, system compromise, or further lateral movement within the network.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, violating GDPR's data protection requirements and HIPAA's security and privacy rules. Organizations may face compliance violations, legal penalties, and reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately upgrade Apache OFBiz to version 24.09.08 or later. This fixes the vulnerability by addressing the fileName parameter issue in the ViewFile component.

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