Path Traversal Vulnerability in dgtlmoon changedetection.io Software
CVE-2026-95272

6.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Dgtlmoon

Status
Changedetection.io
Vendor
CVE Published:
22 September 2026

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-95272?

A path traversal vulnerability has been identified in the dgtlmoon changedetection.io application, specifically within the Screenshot Handler component found in the 'static_content' function of the 'flask_app.py' file. By manipulating the 'filename' argument, an attacker can potentially access arbitrary files outside of the intended directory, allowing for unauthorized information disclosure. This issue may be exploited remotely, posing a significant risk if not addressed. Notably, the complexity of the attack is high, and while the exploit has been made public, the vendor has not responded to early disclosures regarding this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

changedetection.io 0.60.0

changedetection.io 0.60.1

changedetection.io 0.60.2

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-2026-95272 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/408340
vdb-entrytechnical-description
https://vuldb.com/vuln/408340/cti
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https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-95272
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
6.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
High
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

herantong (VulDB User)
VulDB CNA Team
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