Directory Traversal Vulnerability in VMware Avi Load Balancer
CVE-2026-47871

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Vmware
Status
Avi Load Balancer
Vendor
CVE Published:
18 July 2026

What is CVE-2026-47871?

The VMware Avi Load Balancer is vulnerable to directory traversal attacks due to inadequate file path validation. This allows malicious authenticated users to manipulate directory paths and access unauthorized files on the server, potentially leading to information disclosure or disruption of service. It is crucial for users to apply the necessary updates to the specified versions to mitigate this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Avi Load Balancer 32.1.1

Avi Load Balancer 31.1.1 <= 31.2.2

Avi Load Balancer 30.1.1 <= 30.2.6

References

https://support.broadcom.com/web/ecx/support-content-noti...

CVSS V3.1

Score:
8.8
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Privileges Required:
Low
User Interaction:
None
Scope:
Unchanged

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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