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CVE-2026-120313: Network-AI Path Traversal Vulnerability

CVE-2026-120313 explained: high Path Traversal in Network-AI. CVSS 8.7. Affected versions, detection, fixes and CTEM priority.

Last updated: Nov 2, 2026

CVSS
8.7 HIGH
EPSS
n/a
CISA KEV
Not listed
CWE
CWE-22

Sources: National Vulnerability Database, CVE.org, CISA KEV, FIRST EPSS

CVE-2026-120313 Overview

Network-AI before 5.15.5 contains a path traversal vulnerability in InputSanitizer.sanitizePath() that allows attackers to escape the base directory using sibling-directory paths. Attackers can supply paths whose directory name shares a string prefix with the base, bypassing the unanchored startsWith check to read, list, or write files outside the sandbox.

Critical Impact

Remote, unauthenticated attackers can exploit this Path Traversal in Network-AI. The CVSS base score is 8.7 (High).

Affected Products

  • Network-AI: see the vendor advisory for the exact affected versions

Discovery Timeline

  • 2026-11-02: CVE-2026-120313 published to the National Vulnerability Database by disclosure@vulncheck.com
  • 2026-11-02: last updated in the NVD database

Technical Details for CVE-2026-120313

Vulnerability Analysis

CVE-2026-120313 is a Path Traversal weakness (CWE-22: Path Traversal) in Network-AI. Based on its CVSS vector, the flaw can be reached over the network, needs no login, and needs no user interaction. An attacker can reach files outside the intended folder by tampering with a file path.

With a CVSS base score of 8.7, apply the vendor fix and confirm exposure on internet facing and business critical assets first.

Root Cause

The weakness is classified as CWE-22: Path Traversal. An attacker can reach files outside the intended folder by tampering with a file path.

Attack Vector

Based on the CVSS vector, the flaw can be reached over the network, needs no login, and needs no user interaction. Attack complexity is low complexity.

No exploitation in the wild is confirmed by CISA at the time of the last update. Check the references below for any vendor or researcher proof of concept.

CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:L/AT:N/PR:N/UI:N/VC:H/VI:N/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:X/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:X

Detection Methods for CVE-2026-120313

Detection Strategies

  • Inventory every instance of Network-AI and compare the running version with the affected range above.
  • Check external attack surface scans for internet facing instances of the component.
  • Run an authenticated vulnerability scan once your scanner ships a check for this CVE.

Monitoring Recommendations

  • Forward Network-AI application, access and audit logs to your SIEM for retrospective hunting.
  • Alert on new processes, configuration changes or outbound connections from the affected service.
  • Track the vendor advisory and the CISA KEV catalog for changes in exploitation status.

How to Mitigate CVE-2026-120313

Immediate Actions Required

  • Apply the fixed version of Network-AI named in the vendor advisory.
  • Prioritize internet facing and business critical instances first.
  • Rescan after the change to confirm the exposure is closed.

Patch Information

Use the fixed version listed in the vendor advisory for Network-AI.

Workarounds

  • If patching must wait, restrict network access to the affected service and place it behind authentication or a web application firewall rule.

CWE References

Technical References

This entry is built directly from NVD, CISA KEV and EPSS data. Verify fixed versions in the vendor advisory before you deploy.

Frequently asked questions

CVE-2026-120313 is a high severity Path Traversal in Network-AI with a CVSS score of 8.7. Apply the vendor fix and confirm exposure on internet facing and business critical assets first.

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