What is the CVSS score of CVE-2023-46988?

CVE-2023-46988 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 6.7 (Medium). CVSS vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N. EPSS exploitation probability: 0.3%.

Which versions of Document Server are affected by CVE-2023-46988?

Organizations using ONLYOFFICE Document Server should be aware of notable risk from CVE-2023-46988, a path traversal vulnerability rated CVSS 6.7. This could allow unauthorized file access.

Is there a public PoC exploit available for CVE-2023-46988?

Yes, a public proof-of-concept exploit is available for CVE-2023-46988. Prioritise patching immediately. EPSS: 0.3%.

How to fix or mitigate CVE-2023-46988?

Within 30 days: Identify affected systems running ONLYOFFICE Document Server and apply vendor patches as part of regular patch cycle. Review file handling controls.

Document Server CVE-2023-46988

MEDIUM

Path Traversal (CWE-22)

2025-04-01 cve@mitre.org

Authentication Bypass Path Traversal Denial Of Service Document Server

6.7

CVSS 3.1 · NVD

Severity by source

NVD PRIMARY

6.7 MEDIUM

AV:L/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N

Primary rating from NVD · only source for this CVE.

CVSS VectorNVD

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:H/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N

Attack Vector

Local

Attack Complexity

High

Privileges Required

None

User Interaction

None

Scope

Unchanged

Confidentiality

High

Integrity

High

Availability

None

Lifecycle Timeline

Analysis Generated

Mar 28, 2026 - 18:34 vuln.today

PoC Detected

Oct 01, 2025 - 10:53 vuln.today

Public exploit code

CVE Published

Apr 01, 2025 - 22:15 nvd

MEDIUM 6.7

DescriptionCVE.org

Path Traversal vulnerability in ONLYOFFICE Document Server before v8.0.1 allows a remote attacker to copy arbitrary files by manipulating the fileExt parameter in the /example/editor endpoint, leading to unauthorized access to sensitive files and potential Denial of Service (DoS).

AnalysisAI

Path Traversal vulnerability in ONLYOFFICE Document Server before v8.0.1 allows a remote attacker to copy arbitrary files by manipulating the fileExt parameter in the /example/editor endpoint,. Rated medium severity (CVSS 6.7), this vulnerability is no authentication required. Public exploit code available and no vendor patch available.

Technical ContextAI

This vulnerability is classified as Path Traversal (CWE-22), which allows attackers to access files and directories outside the intended path. Path Traversal vulnerability in ONLYOFFICE Document Server before v8.0.1 allows a remote attacker to copy arbitrary files by manipulating the fileExt parameter in the /example/editor endpoint, leading to unauthorized access to sensitive files and potential Denial of Service (DoS). Affected products include: Onlyoffice Document Server.

RemediationAI

No vendor patch is available at time of analysis. Monitor vendor advisories for updates. Validate and canonicalize file paths. Use chroot or sandboxing. Reject input containing path separators or '../' sequences.