CVE-2026-3839: Unraid Authentication Request Path Traversal Authentication Bypass Vulnerability

Published Mar 13, 2026
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Updated

This vulnerability allows remote attackers to bypass authentication on affected installations of Unraid. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the auth-request.php file. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied path prior to using it in authentications. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to bypass authentication on the system.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Limetech Unraid
Unraid Unraid
Unraid Unraid=7.2.3

Event History

Mar 13, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:38 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:38 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Advisory Published
via ZDI·08:54 PM
Data Sourced
via ZDI·08:54 PM
DescriptionSeverityAffected Software
Mar 16, 2026
Data Sourced
via NVD·02:19 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
Jul 21, 58183
Event
via FIRST·11:43 PM

Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-3839?

CVE-2026-3839 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its capacity to allow remote attackers to bypass authentication.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-3839?

To fix CVE-2026-3839, ensure that you update your Unraid software to the latest version provided by Limetech that addresses this vulnerability.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2026-3839?

CVE-2026-3839 affects installations of Unraid that have not implemented the necessary security updates.

4

What type of attack does CVE-2026-3839 facilitate?

CVE-2026-3839 facilitates unauthorized access by allowing attackers to bypass authentication mechanisms.

5

Is authentication required to exploit CVE-2026-3839?

No, authentication is not required to exploit CVE-2026-3839, making it particularly dangerous.

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