Path Traversal Vulnerability in Augmnt Augments-mcp-server by Augmnt
CVE-2026-15526

4.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Augmnt

Status
Augments-mcp-server
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 July 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-15526?

A vulnerability has been identified in the augmnt augments-mcp-server version 7.1.0, specifically within the scanProjectDeps function located in the scan-project-deps.ts file. By manipulating the packageJsonPath argument, an attacker can perform path traversal, potentially exposing sensitive file paths on the server. This vulnerability can only be exploited locally, and while the exploit has been published, the project maintainers have yet to address the reported issue.

Affected Version(s)

augments-mcp-server 7.1.0

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-2026-15526 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/377855
vdb-entrytechnical-description
https://vuldb.com/vuln/377855/cti
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https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-15526
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
4.8
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
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

Mcfly_Zhang (VulDB User)
VulDB CNA Team
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