Path Traversal Vulnerability in elie mcp-project by elie
CVE-2026-7318

5.1MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Elie

Status
Mcp-project
Vendor
CVE Published:
28 April 2026

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-7318?

A path traversal vulnerability has been identified in the search_papers function of the research_server.py file within elie mcp-project 0.1.0. This issue arises from improper handling of user-supplied input via the topic argument, allowing local attackers to manipulate file paths and potentially access sensitive files outside the intended directories. Although the vulnerability has been publicly disclosed and reported to the project maintainers, no response has been noted. Users of this version should take caution and apply best practices to mitigate risks associated with local exploitation.

Affected Version(s)

mcp-project 0.1.0

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-2026-7318 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/359971
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https://vuldb.com/vuln/359971/cti
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https://vuldb.com/submit/803083
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
5.1
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
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

LittleW (VulDB User)
VulDB CNA Team
.