Path Traversal Vulnerability in TinyFileManager by prasathmani
CVE-2026-6496

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Prasathmani

Status
Tinyfilemanager
Vendor
CVE Published:
17 April 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-6496?

A vulnerability exists in prasathmani TinyFileManager versions up to 2.6, specifically within the POST Parameter Handler found in the file /filemanager.php. This issue arises from inadequate input validation, allowing attackers to manipulate the 'file[]' parameter to perform path traversal attacks. As a result, an unauthorized user may access sensitive files on the server remotely. This vulnerability has been made public, and despite the vendor being contacted, they have not responded to the disclosure.

Affected Version(s)

TinyFileManager 2.0

TinyFileManager 2.1

TinyFileManager 2.2

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-2026-6496 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/358039
vdb-entrytechnical-description
https://vuldb.com/vuln/358039/cti
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https://vuldb.com/submit/787942
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
5.3
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

0xNayel (VulDB User)
VulDB CNA Team
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