Directory Traversal Vulnerability in Quest Foglight for Databases
CVE-2026-92197

8.8HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Quest

Status
Foglight For Databases
Vendor
CVE Published:
3 November 2026

What is CVE-2026-92197?

A directory traversal vulnerability exists in Quest Foglight for Databases due to inadequate validation of user-supplied file paths within the unzipFile method. This flaw can be exploited by authenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary code under the SYSTEM context, potentially compromising the integrity and confidentiality of the system. Users are advised to apply necessary patches and follow security best practices to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

Foglight for Databases 8.2.0

References

https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-26-860/
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CVSS V3.0

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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