CVE-2025-52996

Public Exploit
File Browser's Password Protection of Links Vulnerable to Bypass

Description

File Browser provides a file managing interface within a specified directory and it can be used to upload, delete, preview, rename and edit files. In versions 2.32.0 and prior, the implementation of password protected links is error-prone, resulting in potential unprotected sharing of a file through a direct download link. This link can either be shared unknowingly by a user or discovered from various locations such as the browser history or the log of a proxy server used. At time of publication, no known patched versions are available.

Category

3.1
CVSS
Severity: Low
CVSS 3.1 •
EPSS 0.03%
Vendor Advisory github.com
Affected: filebrowser filebrowser
Published at:
Updated at:

References

Link Tags
https://github.com/filebrowser/filebrowser/security/advisories/GHSA-3v48-283x-f2w4 exploit vendor advisory
https://github.com/filebrowser/filebrowser/issues/5239 issue tracking

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2025-52996?
CVE-2025-52996 has been scored as a low severity vulnerability.
How to fix CVE-2025-52996?
To fix CVE-2025-52996, make sure you are using an up-to-date version of the affected component(s) by checking the vendor release notes. As for now, there are no other specific guidelines available.
Is CVE-2025-52996 being actively exploited in the wild?
It is possible that CVE-2025-52996 is being exploited or will be exploited in a near future based on public information. According to its EPSS score, there is a ~0% probability that this vulnerability will be exploited by malicious actors in the next 30 days.
What software or system is affected by CVE-2025-52996?
CVE-2025-52996 affects filebrowser filebrowser.
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