CVE-2026-67286
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Unauthenticated Directory Traversal in SP Page Builder

Publication date: 2026-08-12

Last updated on: 2026-08-12

Assigner: Joomla! Project

Description
Joomla Extension - joomshaper.com - Unauthenticated arbitrary directory creation and file write in SP Page Builder < 6.8.0 - An unauthenticated attacker can create arbitrary directories and files with a predefined name.

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Published
2026-08-12
Last Modified
2026-08-12
Generated
2026-08-12
AI Q&A
2026-08-12
EPSS Evaluated
N/A
NVD
CVE-2026-67286
EUVD
EUVD-2026-57216

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Vendor Product Version / Range
joomshaper sp_page_builder to 6.8.0 (exc)

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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

This vulnerability in SP Page Builder for Joomla allows unauthenticated attackers to create arbitrary directories and files with predefined names. It affects versions before 6.8.0.

Detection Guidance

Check if SP Page Builder version 6.8.0 or lower is installed. Inspect file system for unexpected directories or files created by unauthenticated requests. Review server logs for suspicious POST requests to Joomla components.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to write malicious files or directories on your server, potentially leading to remote code execution, data theft, or website defacement. It may also allow unauthorized access to sensitive data.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized data access or modification, violating GDPR (data protection) and HIPAA (health data privacy) requirements. Non-compliance may result in legal penalties and reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Update SP Page Builder to version 6.8.0 or higher immediately. Remove write permissions from web server directories where possible. Monitor for unauthorized file creation and restrict access to Joomla admin interfaces.

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