Path Traversal and Local File Inclusion in Cockpit CMS by Cockpit Project
CVE-2026-58467

8.2HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Cockpit-project

Status
Cockpit
Vendor
CVE Published:
2 July 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-58467?

Cockpit CMS prior to version 364 is susceptible to a path traversal and local file inclusion vulnerability, allowing unauthenticated attackers to access arbitrary files or execute PHP scripts by manipulating the REQUEST_URI. This flaw occurs due to improper validation of the PATH_INFO variable during filesystem path construction, enabling attackers to use dot-dot sequences to traverse outside of designated directories. If the resolved path concludes with a .php extension, the application permits inclusion via the include() function, increasing the risk on deployments utilizing the PHP built-in server or certain configurations of Nginx. This vulnerability can lead to significant risks and potential data exposure, emphasizing the need for immediate patching and security best practices.

Affected Version(s)

cockpit 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-2026-58467 - Proof of Concept

References

https://github.com/cockpit-project/cockpit/releases/tag/364
release-notespatch
https://github.com/geo-chen/oss/blob/main/cockpit.md
technical-descriptionexploit
https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/cockpit-cms-364-path...
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
8.2
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
Physical
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

George Chen
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