CVE-2026-40005: Apache IoTDB: Path Traversal in Pipe File Transfer Receiver
Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') vulnerability in Apache IoTDB.
An attacker can write arbitrary files anywhere the IoTDB process has write permissions with unsafe API.
This issue affects Apache IoTDB: from 1.0.0 before 2.0.10.
Users are recommended to upgrade to version 2.0.10, which fixes the issue.
Security readout for executives and security teams
CVE-2026-40005 is a critical path traversal flaw in Apache IoTDB. An unauthenticated remote attacker could use an unsafe API to write files anywhere the IoTDB process can write. This can threaten data confidentiality and integrity. Apache recommends upgrading to IoTDB 2.0.10. Organizations running Apache IoTDB 1.0.0 through versions before 2.0.10 may be exposed, especially where the unsafe API is reachable over a network. Exposure depends on deployment architecture, network controls, and whether the vulnerable component is enabled or accessible. Treat as urgent for any production IoTDB deployment before 2.0.10. The flaw is remotely reachable without authentication according to CVSS and can allow arbitrary file writes. Prioritize upgrade and exposure reduction, especially for internet-facing or broadly reachable systems. Mitigation focus: Upgrade Apache IoTDB to version 2.0.10 or later.; Restrict network access to IoTDB services until upgraded.; Review vendor advisory for any deployment-specific guidance..
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2.0.3
Exploitation: noneAutomatable: yesTechnical Impact: total
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CWE-22 · source CWE mapping
Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal')
Improper Limitation of a Pathname to a Restricted Directory ('Path Traversal') represents a recurring weakness pattern that can create exploitable paths when design, validation, or implementation controls are missing.