Remote Path Traversal Vulnerability in Halo Theme Installation by Halo Development
CVE-2026-15326

5.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Halo-dev

Status
Halo
Vendor
CVE Published:
10 July 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-15326?

A vulnerability has been identified in the Halo framework's theme installation process, specifically in the ThemeUtils.unzipThemeTo function of ThemeUtils.java. This vulnerability arises from unsafe handling of the metadata.name argument, allowing an attacker to manipulate file paths. Such exploitation could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive files on the server, facilitating potential remote attacks. It is essential for users running affected versions to apply relevant security measures or updates to safeguard against such threats.

Affected Version(s)

halo 2.24.0

halo 2.24.1

halo 2.24.2

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-2026-15326 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/377265
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https://vuldb.com/vuln/377265/cti
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https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-15326
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
5.1
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

rekczh (VulDB User)
VulDB CNA Team
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