CVE-2026-90494
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Path Traversal in Restify Node-Restify

Publication date: 2026-09-13

Last updated on: 2026-09-13

Assigner: VulDB

Description
A flaw has been found in restify node-restify up to 12.0.0. This affects the function serveStatic in the library /lib/plugins/static.js. This manipulation causes path traversal. The attack can be initiated remotely. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.

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Published
2026-09-13
Last Modified
2026-09-13
Generated
2026-09-13
AI Q&A
2026-09-13
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-90494
EUVD
EUVD-2026-76941

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Vendor Product Version / Range
restify node-restify to 12.0.0 (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

This vulnerability is a path traversal flaw in the restify node-restify library up to version 12.0.0. It exists in the serveStatic function within /lib/plugins/static.js. An attacker can remotely exploit this to access unauthorized files or directories on the server.

Detection Guidance

To detect this path traversal vulnerability in restify node-restify up to 12.0.0, inspect network traffic for requests targeting /lib/plugins/static.js with unusual path parameters. Check server logs for suspicious file access patterns or directory traversal attempts like '../' sequences in URLs.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow attackers to read sensitive files on the server, potentially exposing confidential data. This may lead to data breaches, unauthorized access, or further attacks on the system.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to non-compliance with GDPR or HIPAA if it results in unauthorized access to personal or health data. Organizations may face legal penalties, fines, or reputational damage due to data exposure.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately upgrade to a patched version of restify node-restify beyond 12.0.0 if available. If no patch exists, disable the serveStatic plugin in /lib/plugins/static.js or restrict access to the affected endpoint. Monitor network traffic for unusual path traversal attempts.

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