Path Traversal Vulnerability in Navigate CMS 2.8.5 by Navigate
CVE-2018-25393

7.1HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Navigatecms

Status
Navigate Cms
Vendor
CVE Published:
29 May 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2018-25393?

Navigate CMS version 2.8.5 is affected by a path traversal vulnerability that enables authenticated users to exploit it. By manipulating the 'id' parameter in GET requests sent to navigate_download.php, attackers can inject directory traversal sequences, such as '../../../cfg/globals.php'. This exploitation leads to unauthorized access and the potential download of sensitive configuration files and system files located outside the intended directories. It's crucial for administrators to implement security measures to prevent this type of attack and protect critical data.

Affected Version(s)

Navigate CMS 2.8.5

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2018-25393 - Proof of Concept

References

https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/45615
exploit
https://www.navigatecms.com/
product
http://master.dl.sourceforge.net/project/navigatecms/rele...
product

CVSS V4

Score:
7.1
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Ihsan Sencan
.