Cassandra Web 0.5.0 contains a directory traversal vulnerability that allows unauthenticated attackers to read arbitrary files by manipulating path traversal parameters. Attackers can exploit the disabled Rack::Protection module to read sensitive system files like /etc/passwd and retrieve Apache Cassandra database credentials.
CVSS v4.0 Metrics
Exploitability
Attack VectorNetwork
ComplexityLow
RequirementsNone
PrivilegesNone
User InteractionNone
Threat
Exploit MaturityAttacked
Vulnerable System
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
Subsequent System
ConfidentialityNone
IntegrityNone
AvailabilityNone
Supplemental
SafetyNegligible
AutomatableYes
RecoveryAutomatic
Value DensityConcentrated
UrgencyMedium
Change Log
| Date | Source | Changes | Score |
|---|
| 2026-07-21 | metasploit | E: U→A | 6.6 → 8.7 |
| 2026-07-21 | cve.org | initial, patch: Unavailable | 6.6 |
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Version |
|---|
| avalanche123 | Cassandra Web | 0.5.0 |
Published: 2026-01-27
