CVE-2026-45008: phpMyFAQ - Path Traversal in Client::deleteClientFolder via URL Parameter

Published May 15, 2026
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Updated

phpMyFAQ before 4.1.2 contains a path traversal vulnerability in Client::deleteClientFolder that allows admins with INSTANCEDELETE permission to delete arbitrary directories. Attackers can submit traversal sequences like https://../../../<path> in the client URL parameter to recursively delete directories outside the intended clientFolder scope.

Affected Software

1 affected component
PhpMyFaq phpmyfaq<4.1.2

Event History

May 15, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:36 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:36 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·07:17 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
Aug 5, 58375
Event
via NVD·11:28 AM
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-45008?

CVE-2026-45008 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow unauthorized directory deletion.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-45008?

To resolve CVE-2026-45008, upgrade to phpMyFAQ version 4.1.2 or later.

3

Who is affected by CVE-2026-45008?

CVE-2026-45008 affects phpMyFAQ versions prior to 4.1.2 that allow admins with INSTANCE_DELETE permission to exploit the vulnerability.

4

What kind of attack is possible with CVE-2026-45008?

CVE-2026-45008 allows attackers to execute path traversal attacks to delete arbitrary directories.

5

What components of phpMyFAQ are vulnerable in CVE-2026-45008?

The vulnerability exists specifically in the Client::deleteClientFolder function of phpMyFAQ.

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