CVE-2019-25355: Genivia gSOAP 2.8 - 'gSOAP' Path Traversal

Published Feb 18, 2026
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Updated

gSOAP 2.8 contains a directory traversal vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to access system files by manipulating HTTP path traversal techniques. Attackers can retrieve sensitive files like /etc/passwd by sending crafted GET requests with multiple '../' directory traversal sequences.

Affected Software

2 affected components
Genivia gSOAP
Genivia gSOAP=2.8.0

Event History

Feb 18, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·09:55 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·09:55 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·10:16 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2019-25355?

CVE-2019-25355 is considered to be a medium severity vulnerability due to its potential for unauthorized access to sensitive files.

2

How do I fix CVE-2019-25355?

To fix CVE-2019-25355, it is recommended to upgrade to a patched version of Genivia gSOAP that addresses the directory traversal vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2019-25355?

CVE-2019-25355 affects users of Genivia gSOAP version 2.8 or earlier that have not implemented mitigations against path traversal attacks.

4

What type of attack is CVE-2019-25355 vulnerable to?

CVE-2019-25355 is vulnerable to directory traversal attacks, which can be exploited to read sensitive files from the server.

5

Can CVE-2019-25355 be exploited remotely?

Yes, CVE-2019-25355 can be exploited remotely by sending crafted GET requests without the need for authentication.

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