CVE-2025-29789: OpenEMR Has Directory Traversal in Load Code feature
OpenEMR is a free and open source electronic health records and medical practice management application. Versions prior to 7.3.0 are vulnerable to Directory Traversal in the Load Code feature. Version 7.3.0 contains a patch for the issue.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
OpenEMRto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 7.3.0
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2025-29789?
CVE-2025-29789 is classified as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized file access.
How do I fix CVE-2025-29789?
To fix CVE-2025-29789, upgrade your OpenEMR application to version 7.3.0 or later.
What impact does CVE-2025-29789 have on my system?
CVE-2025-29789 can allow attackers to perform directory traversal, leading to unauthorized access to sensitive files on your system.
Which versions of OpenEMR are affected by CVE-2025-29789?
OpenEMR versions prior to 7.3.0 are affected by CVE-2025-29789.
Is CVE-2025-29789 a common vulnerability in OpenEMR?
CVE-2025-29789 is a specific vulnerability affecting earlier versions of OpenEMR and highlights a security risk in the Load Code feature.