Path Traversal Vulnerability in SiYuan by SiYuan Note
CVE-2026-82233

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Status
Vendor
CVE Published:
28 August 2026

What is CVE-2026-82233?

SiYuan before version 3.8.1 is exposed to a path traversal vulnerability via the asset.upload tool. This flaw permits attackers to exploit the system by supplying arbitrary absolute file paths without necessary validations against workspace boundaries. By employing prompt injection techniques, malicious actors can manipulate the AI Agent to upload sensitive files, such as SSH keys and credentials, from outside the designated workspace into the asset directory, posing significant security risks.

Affected Version(s)

siyuan 0 < 3.8.1

siyuan 3.8.1

References

CVSS V4

Score:
6.9
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
Unknown

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

joysinleung
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