CVE-2009-1760: n/a vulnerability

CVE-2009-1760: Directory traversal vulnerability in src/torrent_info.cpp in Rasterbar libtorrent before 0.14.4, as used in...

Directory traversal vulnerability in src/torrent_info.cpp in Rasterbar libtorrent before 0.14.4, as used in firetorrent, qBittorrent, deluge Torrent, and other applications, allows remote attackers to create or overwrite arbitrary files via a .. (dot dot) and partial relative pathname in a Multiple File Mode list element in a .torrent file.

UnknownCVSS not scoredNot KEV-listedUpdatedAug 7, 2024, 05:27 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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A malicious torrent file could make vulnerable Rasterbar libtorrent-based clients write files outside the intended download folder. That can overwrite user-accessible files and damage application or user data. The issue is old and fixed before version 0.14.4, but legacy torrent clients or bundled libraries may still expose it. Exposure is most likely in legacy desktop or server systems running torrent clients or applications that bundle Rasterbar libtorrent before 0.14.4. The source bundle does not provide a complete affected product list or current package status. Treat as a legacy exposure cleanup item with high impact where torrent processing remains in use. Prioritize internet-facing, shared, or automation systems that ingest torrent files, especially if they run older Linux distributions or unmaintained clients. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Rasterbar libtorrent to version 0.14.4 or later.; Update applications that bundle or depend on vulnerable libtorrent versions.; Apply relevant distribution advisories from Gentoo, Debian, Mandriva, or current vendor channels..

Prepared: Jun 28, 2026, 10:45 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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Severity: Unknown
CVSS: Not scored
Known Exploited: No
Published: Jun 11, 2009, 21:00 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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libtorrent-path-element-dir-traversal(51008)CVE reference · vdb-entry, x_refsource_XF

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