CVE-2026-49488
Apache OpenMeetings: Arbitrary File Read
Description
Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in Apache OpenMeetings. This issue affects Apache OpenMeetings: from 5.0.0 before 9.1.0. An attacker with moderator rights in any room can read arbitrary files accessible to the OS account running the OM server, including credentials and secrets, via a crafted download request. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 9.1.0, which fixes the issue.
INFO
Published Date :
July 14, 2026, 1:18 p.m.
Last Modified :
July 14, 2026, 2:15 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
No
Source :
[email protected]
Solution
- Upgrade Apache OpenMeetings to version 9.1.0.
- Ensure moderator access is restricted.
- Review file access controls.
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-2026-49488.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://lists.apache.org/thread/74zf32shox9oy62b7t55mvcj874bxqnj | |
| http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/07/14/10 |
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New CVE Received by [email protected]
Jul. 14, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Affected [{'vendor': 'Apache Software Foundation', 'product': 'Apache OpenMeetings', 'versions': [{'status': 'affected', 'version': '5.0.0', 'lessThan': '9.1.0', 'versionType': 'semver'}], 'defaultStatus': 'unaffected'}] Added Description Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in Apache OpenMeetings. This issue affects Apache OpenMeetings: from 5.0.0 before 9.1.0. An attacker with moderator rights in any room can read arbitrary files accessible to the OS account running the OM server, including credentials and secrets, via a crafted download request. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 9.1.0, which fixes the issue. Added CWE CWE-22 Added Reference https://lists.apache.org/thread/74zf32shox9oy62b7t55mvcj874bxqnj -
CVE Modified by af854a3a-2127-422b-91ae-364da2661108
Jul. 14, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Reference http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/07/14/10