6.5
MEDIUM CVSS 2.0
CVE-2026-10278
ishayoyo excel-mcp read_file/write_file index.ts path traversal
Description

A vulnerability was determined in ishayoyo excel-mcp up to 1.0.2. Impacted is an unknown function of the file src/index.ts of the component read_file/write_file. Executing a manipulation of the argument filePath/outputPath can lead to path traversal. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been publicly disclosed and may be utilized. The project was informed of the problem early through an issue report but has not responded yet.

INFO

Published Date :

June 1, 2026, 7:16 p.m.

Last Modified :

July 22, 2026, 7:10 a.m.

Remotely Exploit :

Yes !
Affected Products

The following products are affected by CVE-2026-10278 vulnerability. Even if cvefeed.io is aware of the exact versions of the products that are affected, the information is not represented in the table below.

ID Vendor Product Action
1 Ishayoyo excel-mcp
CVSS Scores
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Score Version Severity Vector Exploitability Score Impact Score Source
CVSS 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0
CVSS 2.0 MEDIUM [email protected]
CVSS 3.1 MEDIUM [email protected]
CVSS 4.0 LOW [email protected]
Solution
The application is vulnerable to path traversal via file path manipulation.
  • Update the application to the latest version.
  • Sanitize all user-supplied input for file paths.
  • Implement strict path validation checks.
  • Consult vendor advisories for patches.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools

Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to CVE-2026-10278.

URL Resource
https://github.com/ishayoyo/excel-mcp/
https://github.com/ishayoyo/excel-mcp/issues/6
https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-10278
https://vuldb.com/submit/825418
https://vuldb.com/vuln/367571
https://vuldb.com/vuln/367571/cti
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration

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  • CVE Translated by [email protected]

    Jul. 22, 2026

    Action Type Old Value New Value
    Added Translation Title: excel-mcp de ishayoyo, Description: Se determinó una vulnerabilidad en ishayoyo excel-mcp hasta la versión 1.0.2. Se ve afectada una función desconocida del archivo src/index.ts del componente read_file/write_file. La ejecución de una manipulación del argumento filePath/outputPath puede conducir a un salto de ruta. Es posible lanzar el ataque de forma remota. El exploit ha sido divulgado públicamente y puede ser utilizado. Se informó al proyecto del problema con antelación a través de un informe de incidencias, pero aún no ha respondido.
  • CVE Modified by [email protected]

    Jun. 17, 2026

    Action Type Old Value New Value
    Added Affected [{'cpes': ['cpe:2.3:a:ishayoyo:excel-mcp:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*'], 'vendor': 'ishayoyo', 'modules': ['read_file/write_file'], 'product': 'excel-mcp', 'versions': [{'status': 'affected', 'version': '1.0.0'}, {'status': 'affected', 'version': '1.0.1'}, {'status': 'affected', 'version': '1.0.2'}]}]
  • CVE Modified by 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0

    Jun. 17, 2026

    Action Type Old Value New Value
    Added SSVC {'id': 'CVE-2026-10278', 'role': 'CISA Coordinator', 'options': [{'exploitation': 'poc'}, {'automatable': 'no'}, {'technicalImpact': 'partial'}], 'version': '2.0.3', 'timestamp': '2026-06-02T12:46:37.724390Z'}
  • New CVE Received by [email protected]

    Jun. 01, 2026

    Action Type Old Value New Value
    Added Description A vulnerability was determined in ishayoyo excel-mcp up to 1.0.2. Impacted is an unknown function of the file src/index.ts of the component read_file/write_file. Executing a manipulation of the argument filePath/outputPath can lead to path traversal. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The exploit has been publicly disclosed and may be utilized. The project was informed of the problem early through an issue report but has not responded yet.
    Added CVSS V4.0 AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:L/UI:N/VC:L/VI:L/VA:L/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:P/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:X
    Added CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L
    Added CVSS V2 (AV:N/AC:L/Au:S/C:P/I:P/A:P)
    Added CWE CWE-22
    Added Reference https://github.com/ishayoyo/excel-mcp/
    Added Reference https://github.com/ishayoyo/excel-mcp/issues/6
    Added Reference https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-10278
    Added Reference https://vuldb.com/submit/825418
    Added Reference https://vuldb.com/vuln/367571
    Added Reference https://vuldb.com/vuln/367571/cti
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