CVE-2026-4222
Path Traversal in SSCMS Plugin Installer Allows Remote Exploit
Publication date: 2026-03-16
Last updated on: 2026-04-29
Assigner: VulDB
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| sscms | sscms | to 7.4.0 (inc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-22 | The product uses external input to construct a pathname that is intended to identify a file or directory that is located underneath a restricted parent directory, but the product does not properly neutralize special elements within the pathname that can cause the pathname to resolve to a location that is outside of the restricted directory. |
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This vulnerability exists in SSCMS up to version 7.4.0, specifically in the function PathUtils.RemoveParentPath within the file /api/admin/plugins/install/actions/download. It involves manipulation of the argument path, which leads to a path traversal issue. This means an attacker can remotely exploit this flaw to access files or directories outside the intended scope.
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The vulnerability allows remote attackers to perform path traversal, potentially accessing unauthorized files or directories on the affected system. This can lead to information disclosure or modification of files, which may compromise system integrity or confidentiality.