CVE-2026-97226
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Path Traversal in DbGate Database Tool

Publication date: 2026-09-24

Last updated on: 2026-09-24

Assigner: VulDB

Description
A vulnerability has been found in DbGate up to 7.2.5/7.3.1-premium-beta.1. This impacts the function fs.readFile of the file packages/api/src/controllers/files.js of the component files-style Endpoint. The manipulation of the argument filePath/uri leads to path traversal. It is possible to initiate the attack remotely. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.

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Published
2026-09-24
Last Modified
2026-09-24
Generated
2026-09-25
AI Q&A
2026-09-24
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-97226
EUVD
EUVD-2026-86252

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Vendor Product Version / Range
dbgate dbgate to 7.3.1-premium-beta.1 (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 issue in DbGate versions up to 7.2.5 and 7.3.1-premium-beta.1. It exists in the files-style endpoint where the function fs.readFile in packages/api/src/controllers/files.js improperly handles the filePath/uri argument. An attacker can manipulate this argument to access files outside the intended directory, potentially exposing sensitive data.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability involves path traversal in DbGate versions up to 7.2.5/7.3.1-premium-beta-1. To detect it, inspect network traffic for unusual file access requests targeting the files-style endpoint. Check logs for suspicious filePath or uri parameters in API calls to packages/api/src/controllers/files.js. No specific commands are provided in the context.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow remote attackers to read sensitive files on the server where DbGate is running. This may lead to unauthorized access to configuration files, user data, or other confidential information. The impact depends on the server's file system permissions and the data stored.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to non-compliance with GDPR or HIPAA if it results in unauthorized access to personal or health data. GDPR requires protection of personal data, while HIPAA mandates safeguards for protected health information. A breach could result in legal penalties, fines, or reputational damage.

Mitigation Strategies

Update DbGate to a version later than 7.2.5 or 7.3.1-premium-beta.1 to address the path traversal vulnerability in the files-style endpoint.

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