Path Traversal Vulnerability in DataTables by DataTables
CVE-2025-11031

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

DataTables

Status
Datatables
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 September 2025

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2025-11031?

A path traversal vulnerability has been identified in DataTables up to version 1.10.13. This issue arises from an exploitable function within the /examples/resources/examples.php file, where improper handling of the argument 'src' allows remote attackers to manipulate file paths. This can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive files within the server. Users are advised to upgrade to version 1.10.15 to remain secure, and it is crucial to avoid deploying example files in a production environment as they should not reside on the server.

Affected Version(s)

DataTables 1.10.0

DataTables 1.10.1

DataTables 1.10.2

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-2025-11031 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/?id.325970
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https://vuldb.com/?ctiid.325970
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https://vuldb.com/?submit.657918
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
6.9
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
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

xiaoliyu (VulDB User)
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CVE-2025-11031 : Path Traversal Vulnerability in DataTables by DataTables