Path Traversal Vulnerability in SourceCodester Online Food Ordering System
CVE-2026-116602

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Sourcecodester
Status
Online Food Ordering System
Vendor
CVE Published:
26 October 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-116602?

A path traversal vulnerability exists in the SourceCodester Online Food Ordering System version 1.0, specifically within the unlink function found in admin/delete.php. An attacker can exploit this vulnerability by manipulating the image_name argument, potentially leading to unauthorized file deletions. This security flaw allows for remote attacks, increasing the risk of unauthorized access to sensitive file systems. As the exploit is now public, immediate remediation is advised to safeguard against potential exploitation.

Affected Version(s)

Online Food Ordering System 1.0

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-2026-116602 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/426508
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https://vuldb.com/vuln/426508/cti
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https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-116602
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
6.9
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
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

CyberShailendra (VulDB User)
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