CVE-2026-76168 json
Apache James: ManageSieve file implementation cross-user path traversal
published 2026-11-06 3 d ago modified 2026-11-06 2 d ago also EUVD-2026-118219
- cvss
- —
- not scored
- cisa kev
- Not listed
- not in CISA's catalog
- epss
- 0.2%
- EPSS 0.2% chance of exploitation in 30 days, percentile 14%
- public exploits
- 0
- none known
Summary
In Apache James server prior version 3.9.1 relying on the SieveFileRepository incorect validation of file paths can result in path transversal, allowing to set arbitrary SIEVE scripts for other users. This allows a logged in attacker to set arbitrary SIEVE scripts for other users, resulting in denial of service or even traffic capture. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 3.9.1 which fixes this issue.
Patch / fix
- Apache Software Foundation Apache James 3.9.1
Exploit prediction
0.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days, higher than 14% of all scored CVEs (FIRST EPSS, 2026-11-08).
Affected products
- Apache Software Foundation Apache James
Classification
- Weakness
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- CWE-22 Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory
References
Sources
- CVE List CVE-2026-76168
- NVD CVE-2026-76168
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