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5.5

cleanstart zziplib can let attackers read any file

published 4 days ago
Summary

The Zziplib library (cleanstart/zziplib) that handles zip archives can be tricked into accessing files outside the intended folder. An attacker could include a specially crafted archive to read or alter files on your system, potentially exposing confidential information. Upgrade to the latest version of Zziplib or stop using this library until a fix is applied.

What to do
  • Update cleanstart zziplib to version 0.13.69-r2.
Affected software
Ecosystem VendorProductAffected versions
CleanStart cleanstart zziplib < 0.13.69-r2
Fix: upgrade to 0.13.69-r2
Original advisory text
Directory traversal vulnerability in ZZIPlib 0
Security vulnerability affects the zziplib package. Directory traversal vulnerability in ZZIPlib 0.
Fix within
Internet-facing 60 days
Internal At next upgrade
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Needs hands-on effort to exploit (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker partial control (estimated)
Severity
5.5 Medium
Timeline
Published31 Oct 2026
Updated31 Oct 2026
First seen31 Oct 2026
Sources
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