CVE-2026-10254: SourceCodester Pet Grooming Management Software admin file information disclosure
A flaw has been found in SourceCodester Pet Grooming Management Software 1.0. Affected is an unknown function of the file /admin/. This manipulation causes file and directory information exposure. The attack can be initiated remotely. The exploit has been published and may be used.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Remove
Remove
SourceCodester Pet Grooming Management Software 1.0 (admin directory)from your environment.If the admin interface is not required to be publicly accessible, remove or relocate the /admin/ directory from the public webroot or disable it until an official vendor fix is available.
- Configuration
Disable directory listing for the /admin/ directory to prevent disclosure of file and directory information (for example, Options -Indexes in Apache or disable Directory Browsing in IIS).
Web server hosting SourceCodester Pet Grooming Management Software directory_listing = disabled - Compensating control
Restrict access to the /admin/ path to trusted IP addresses or networks using firewall rules, web server access controls, or by placing the admin interface behind a VPN to prevent remote exploitation.
- Compensating control
Deploy a web application firewall (WAF) or add WAF rules to detect and block requests and exploit patterns targeting the /admin/ directory.
- Operational
Monitor web server and application logs for exploitation attempts against /admin/; if suspicious activity or compromise is detected, isolate the affected system, rotate any credentials that may have been exposed, and restore affected components from known-good backups.
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-10254?
CVE-2026-10254 has a medium severity rating of 5.3.
What does CVE-2026-10254 affect?
CVE-2026-10254 affects the SourceCodester Pet Grooming Management Software version 1.0.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-10254?
CVE-2026-10254 is an information disclosure vulnerability.
How can CVE-2026-10254 be exploited?
CVE-2026-10254 can be exploited remotely to expose sensitive file and directory information.
What is the recommended action for CVE-2026-10254?
It is recommended to secure the /admin/ directory and restrict access to prevent information disclosure.