CVE-2026-72802: SiYuan before v3.7.4 Information Disclosure via resolveAssetPath

Published Aug 12, 2026
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Updated

SiYuan versions before v3.7.4 contain an information disclosure vulnerability in the resolveAssetPath endpoint that returns absolute filesystem paths unmodified to CheckAuth-only requests. Attackers can harvest relative asset paths from published documents and submit them to resolveAssetPath to obtain the server's absolute workspace path, disclosing the operating-system username and installation layout.

Affected Software

1 affected component
SiYuan<v3.7.4

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade SiYuan to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in v3.7.4
  2. Compensating control

    Ensure the resolveAssetPath endpoint does not return absolute filesystem paths to CheckAuth-only requests (only allow full authenticated/authorized requests to receive filesystem paths).

Event History

Aug 12, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·07:07 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·07:07 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-72802?

The severity of CVE-2026-72802 is rated medium with a score of 5.3.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-72802?

To fix CVE-2026-72802, upgrade to SiYuan version 3.7.4 or later.

3

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-72802?

CVE-2026-72802 is an information disclosure vulnerability.

4

Which versions of SiYuan are affected by CVE-2026-72802?

SiYuan versions before 3.7.4 are affected by CVE-2026-72802.

5

What is the impact of CVE-2026-72802?

The impact of CVE-2026-72802 allows attackers to harvest filesystem paths from published documents.

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