CVE-2026-109152
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Path Traversal in scp.py SCP Receive Handler

Publication date: 2026-10-13

Last updated on: 2026-10-13

Assigner: VulDB

Description
A security vulnerability has been detected in jbardin scp.py up to 0.16.1. The impacted element is the function _recv_file/_recv_pushd of the component SCP Receive Handler. The manipulation leads to path traversal. Remote exploitation of the attack is possible. Upgrading to version 0.16.2 is sufficient to resolve this issue. The identifier of the patch is 42fc3aaa71411daed60544e3b40179c1038bed5d. Upgrading the affected component is advised. The vendor was contacted early, responded in a very professional manner and quickly released a fixed version of the affected product.

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Published
2026-10-13
Last Modified
2026-10-13
Generated
2026-10-13
AI Q&A
2026-10-13
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-109152
EUVD
EUVD-2026-98412

Affected Vendors & Products

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Vendor Product Version / Range
jbardin scp.py 0.16.0
jbardin scp.py 0.16.1

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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 jbardin scp.py up to version 0.16.1. It affects the _recv_file/_recv_pushd functions in the SCP Receive Handler component. An attacker can manipulate file paths to write files outside the intended download directory by exploiting insufficient checks on server-controlled filenames.

Detection Guidance

To detect this vulnerability, check if your system uses jbardin scp.py version 0.16.1 or earlier. Inspect installed packages with commands like 'pip show scp.py' or 'pip list' to verify the version. Monitor network traffic for unusual file paths or unauthorized file writes during SCP transfers.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could overwrite sensitive files, execute arbitrary code, or gain unauthorized access to system files if they control the server sending files. This could lead to data breaches, system compromise, or further lateral movement within a network.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could violate compliance requirements by allowing unauthorized access to sensitive data, leading to potential breaches of GDPR (data protection) or HIPAA (health information privacy). Organizations may face legal penalties or reputational damage if exploited.

Mitigation Strategies

Upgrade jbardin scp.py to version 0.16.2 or later using 'pip install --upgrade scp.py'. Ensure the patch commit 42fc3aaa71411daed60544e3b40179c1038bed5d is applied. Review file permissions and restrict write access to sensitive directories.

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