CVE-2026-47871
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Directory Traversal in VMware Avi Load Balancer

Publication date: 2026-07-18

Last updated on: 2026-07-18

Assigner: VMware

Description
VMware Avi Load Balancer contains a directory traversal vulnerability. Flaws in file path validation allow malicious, authenticated network users to perform directory traversal attacks. Affected versions: 32.1.1 (fixed in 32.1.2) 31.1.1 through 31.2.2 (fixed in 31.2.2-2p3) 30.1.1 through 30.2.6 (fixed in 30.2.7) 22.1.1 through 22.1.7 (fixed in 30.2.7)

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Published
2026-07-18
Last Modified
2026-07-18
Generated
2026-07-18
AI Q&A
2026-07-18
EPSS Evaluated
N/A
NVD
CVE-2026-47871
EUVD
EUVD-2026-45366

Affected Vendors & Products

Showing 4 associated CPEs
Vendor Product Version / Range
vmware avi_load_balancer to 32.1.1 (inc)
vmware avi_load_balancer From 31.1.1 (inc) to 31.2.2 (inc)
vmware avi_load_balancer From 30.1.1 (inc) to 30.2.6 (inc)
vmware avi_load_balancer From 22.1.1 (inc) to 22.1.7 (inc)

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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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Executive Summary

VMware Avi Load Balancer has a directory traversal vulnerability due to flawed file path validation. This allows authenticated network users to access unauthorized files by manipulating file paths.

Detection Guidance

The CVE does not provide specific detection commands. However, you can check your VMware Avi Load Balancer version against affected versions (32.1.1, 31.1.1-31.2.2, 30.1.1-30.2.6, 22.1.1-22.1.7) to determine exposure.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could read sensitive files, modify system files, or execute unauthorized commands on the affected VMware Avi Load Balancer. This may lead to data breaches, service disruption, or further network compromise.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, violating GDPR and HIPAA requirements for data protection and confidentiality. Organizations may face compliance penalties and reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Upgrade to a fixed version: 32.1.2, 31.2.2-2p3, 30.2.7, or 30.2.7 depending on your current version. Ensure only authenticated users have network access to the load balancer.

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