Crafty Controller
CVE-2026-0805
HIGH
Attack ChainAIDerived
Hypothetical attack flow derived from CVE metadata – not a confirmed exploit chain
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AccessAuthenticate to Crafty Controller
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ExploitUpload malicious backup file with path traversal payload
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ExecutionTraverse directory structure via crafted filename
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ImpactExecute arbitrary code during backup restoration
Vulnerability Assessment
| Weakness |
CWE
OWASP Top 10:2025
A01:2025 - Broken Access Control
ASVS 5.0
V5 - File Handling Path canonicalization, traversal prevention
MITRE ATT&CK
2 techniques across 2 tactics: Discovery, Collection The technique list with ATT&CK links and the kill-chain view is part of the Basic plan and up. |
| Exploitation Conditions | Authenticated access to Crafty Controller required. Attacker must have valid credentials and access to Backup Configuration component upload functionality. Path traversal sequences (../) must not be sanitized in backup file processing. |
| Impact | CVSS 8.2 (HIGH). Attack vector: Network. Complexity: High. Privileges required: Low. User interaction: None. Exploitation requires authentication. Exploitable via remote/network. |
| Exploit ScenarioDerived | A remote attacker (requires authentication) could exploit this vulnerability to compromise the affected system. |
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Alert meAnalysisAIv1 – Mar 12, 2026
Remote code execution in Crafty Controller's Backup Configuration feature results from insufficient path traversal validation, enabling authenticated attackers to manipulate files and execute arbitrary code on affected systems. The vulnerability requires valid credentials and specific conditions to exploit but carries high impact due to its ability to compromise system integrity and confidentiality. No patch is currently available.
Earlier versions of this analysis (1)
An input neutralization vulnerability in the Backup Configuration component of Crafty Controller allows a remote, authenticated attacker to perform file tampering and remote code execution via path traversal. [CVSS 8.2 HIGH]
RemediationAI
Monitor vendor advisories for a patch. Validate and sanitize file path inputs. Use allowlists. Restrict network access to the affected service where possible.
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Technical ContextAI · show details
Classified as CWE-22 (Path Traversal). Affects the Backup Configuration component of Crafty Controller. An input neutralization vulnerability in the Backup Configuration component of Crafty Controller allows a remote, authenticated attacker to perform file tampering and remote code execution via path traversal.
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Severity by source
AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:N
Primary rating from NVD · only source for this CVE.
CVSS VectorNVD
DescriptionCVE.org
An input neutralization vulnerability in the Backup Configuration component of Crafty Controller allows a remote, authenticated attacker to perform file tampering and remote code execution via path traversal.
Executive ViewAI
CVE-2026-0805 is a high-severity vulnerability in Crafty Controller's backup component that allows authenticated users to execute arbitrary code and modify files on affected systems. Organizations using Crafty Controller for infrastructure backup and recovery face immediate risk of data manipulation, system compromise, and potential operational disruption until remediation is completed.
- Restrict network access to Crafty Controller to trusted administrative subnets only. 2. Disable or isolate the Backup Configuration component if operationally feasible. 3. Implement file integrity monitoring on backup configuration directories. 4. Enforce multi-factor authentication for all Crafty Controller administrative accounts. 5. Deploy Web Application Firewall (WAF) rules to block path traversal patterns in requests to backup endpoints. 6. Maintain detailed audit logging of all backup configuration changes and review logs daily for anomalies.
Threat Intelligence Overview
NVD
CVE.org
EPSS
How this decision was reached
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What every action level means
SSVC AssessmentENISA
Priority Score
Attack Technique
Path traversal exploits occur when applications use user-controlled input to construct file system paths without proper validation.
Remote Code Execution represents the critical moment when an attacker successfully runs arbitrary code on a target system without physical access.
Affected Products (CPE)CVE.org
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