CVE-2026-90691: 0x4m4 HexStrike AI API Files Endpoint hexstrike_server.py FileOperationsManager path traversal
A security vulnerability has been detected in 0x4m4 HexStrike AI up to d689933ff579d839c676c82b231f8e98326c5f04. The impacted element is the function FileOperationsManager of the file hexstrikeserver.py of the component API Files Endpoint. The manipulation of the argument filename leads to path traversal. The attack may be initiated remotely. The exploit has been disclosed publicly and may be used. The project was informed of the problem early through an issue report but has not responded yet.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can exploit this issue?
An unauthenticated remote attacker can initiate the attack. The provided vector indicates no privileges or user interaction are required, and exploitation has low attack complexity.
What versions are affected?
0x4m4 HexStrike AI versions up to commit d689933ff579d839c676c82b231f8e98326c5f04 are reported as affected. No fixed version is identified in the provided information.
Is public exploit information available?
Yes. The exploit has been publicly disclosed and may be used.
What is the impact of successful exploitation?
Manipulating the API Files Endpoint filename argument can cause path traversal in FileOperationsManager within hexstrike_server.py. The supplied severity vector indicates potential low impact to confidentiality, integrity, and availability, with scope changed.