PHP
CVE-2026-24849
CRITICAL
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AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
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CVSS VectorGitHub Advisory
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H
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4DescriptionGitHub Advisory
OpenEMR is a free and open source electronic health records and medical practice management application. Prior to version 7.0.4, the disposeDocument() method in EtherFaxActions.php allows authenticated users to read arbitrary files from the server filesystem. Any authenticated user (regardless of privilege level) can exploit this vulnerability to read sensitive files. Version 7.0.4 patches the issue.
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Path traversal in OpenEMR electronic health records before fix allows authenticated users to read arbitrary files on the server, potentially exposing patient health data. PoC and patch available.
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| Exploitation | Authenticated user account on OpenEMR versions prior to 7.0.4. … Additional conditions and limiting factors are described in the full assessment. |
| Risk Assessment | CVSS 9.9 with scope change. … Full risk analysis with EPSS, KEV, and SSVC signal comparison available after sign-in. |
| Exploit Scenario | Authenticated user traverses filesystem to read patient records, database credentials, or system configuration files containing PHI. |
| Remediation | Apply OpenEMR security update immediately. … Detailed patch versions, workarounds, and compensating controls in full report. |
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