CVE-2026-23620: GFI MailEssentials AI < 22.4 ListServer.IsDBExist() Absolute Directory Traversal to File Enumeration

Published Feb 19, 2026
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Updated

GFI MailEssentials AI versions prior to 22.4 contain an arbitrary file existence enumeration vulnerability in the ListServer.IsDBExist() web method exposed at /MailEssentials/pages/MailSecurity/ListServer.aspx/IsDBExist. An authenticated user can supply an unrestricted filesystem path via the JSON key \"path\", which is URL-decoded and passed to File.Exists(), allowing the attacker to determine whether arbitrary files exist on the server.

Affected Software

2 affected components
GFI MailEssentials AI<22.4
GFI MailEssentials<22.4

Event History

Feb 19, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:00 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:00 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·06:24 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-23620?

CVE-2026-23620 is classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to its arbitrary file existence enumeration capabilities.

2

How can I fix CVE-2026-23620?

To fix CVE-2026-23620, upgrade GFI MailEssentials AI to version 22.4 or later, which addresses this vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2026-23620?

CVE-2026-23620 affects all versions of GFI MailEssentials AI prior to 22.4.

4

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-23620?

CVE-2026-23620 is an arbitrary file existence enumeration vulnerability that impacts the ListServer.IsDBExist() web method.

5

What impact does CVE-2026-23620 have?

The CVE-2026-23620 vulnerability allows authenticated users to potentially exploit the system by enumerating files on the server.

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