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CVE-2018-1000208: MODX Revolution version <=2.6.4 contains a Directory Traversal vulnerability in /core/model/modx/modmanager...

MODX Revolution version <=2.6.4 contains a Directory Traversal vulnerability in /core/model/modx/modmanagerrequest.class.php that can result in remove files. This attack appear to be exploitable via web request via security/login processor. This vulnerability appears to have been fixed in pull 13980.

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Plain-English summary

CVE-2018-1000208 describes a directory traversal issue in MODX Revolution 2.6.4 and earlier. The reported impact is file removal through a web request path tied to the security/login processor. Severity scoring and prerequisites are not provided, so urgency depends on whether older MODX instances are still reachable.

Executive priority

Treat this as a targeted legacy-platform risk. Prioritize discovery and upgrade if MODX is business-facing or internet exposed, but avoid assuming active exploitation from the available evidence.

Technical view

The CVE identifies /core/model/modx/modmanagerrequest.class.php in MODX Revolution <=2.6.4 as vulnerable to directory traversal resulting in file removal. The record says exploitation appears possible by web request via the security/login processor and that the issue was fixed in GitHub pull request 13980.

Likely exposure

Organizations running MODX Revolution 2.6.4 or earlier may be exposed, especially if the MODX web application or manager/login surface is internet reachable. The source bundle does not provide CPEs, deployment details, or authentication prerequisites.

Exploitation context

The source bundle does not cite known active exploitation, and KEV is false. Public information confirms the vulnerability record and a related MODX pull request, but does not establish real-world exploitation or exploit maturity.

Researcher notes

Evidence is sparse: no CVSS, CWE, CPE, exploit confirmation, or detailed prerequisite data is provided. Analysis should stay anchored to MODX Revolution <=2.6.4, directory traversal, file removal impact, web-request reachability, and PR 13980 as the named fix reference.

Mitigation direction

  • Inventory MODX Revolution deployments and identify versions at or below 2.6.4.
  • Review MODX vendor guidance and upgrade to a version containing the PR 13980 fix.
  • If upgrade is delayed, reduce exposure of MODX management and login surfaces where feasible.
  • Verify backups and recovery procedures for affected MODX file paths.
  • Monitor MODX security advisories for any additional guidance.

Validation and detection

  • Confirm installed MODX Revolution version for every deployment.
  • Check whether the PR 13980 fix is present in the deployed codebase.
  • Review web logs for unusual requests to MODX login or manager paths.
  • Review file integrity or backup records for unexpected file removals.
  • Document any internet-exposed MODX instances for remediation tracking.
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