Path Traversal Vulnerability in Ghost by TryGhost Affecting Various Versions
CVE-2026-104417

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Tryghost

Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
2 October 2026

What is CVE-2026-104417?

In versions of Ghost prior to 6.64.0, a path traversal vulnerability exists that allows authenticated administrators to improperly load JSON files from outside the active theme directory. By manipulating locale settings, attackers can access sensitive configuration files stored on the server, potentially leading to exposure of critical information.

Affected Version(s)

Ghost 1.20.0 < 6.64.0

Ghost 6.64.0

References

CVSS V4

Score:
6.9
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

DONG2209
msegoviag
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