{"description":"Trending threats, MITRE ATT\u0026CK coverage, and detection metadata — refreshed continuously.","feed_url":"https://feed.craftedsignal.io/vendors/edvardlindelof/","home_page_url":"https://feed.craftedsignal.io/","items":[{"_cs_actors":[],"_cs_cves":[{"cvss":7.3,"id":"CVE-2026-7212"}],"_cs_exploited":false,"_cs_products":["notes-mcp (\u003c= 0.1.4)"],"_cs_severities":["high"],"_cs_tags":["path-traversal","web-application","CVE-2026-7212"],"_cs_type":"advisory","_cs_vendors":["edvardlindelof"],"content_html":"\u003cp\u003eA path traversal vulnerability, identified as CVE-2026-7212, affects edvardlindelof notes-mcp version 0.1.4 and earlier. This flaw resides within the \u003ccode\u003enotes_mcp.py\u003c/code\u003e file, where manipulation of the \u003ccode\u003eroot_dir/path\u003c/code\u003e argument allows unauthorized access to files and directories outside the intended scope. The vulnerability can be exploited remotely and a proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available, increasing the risk of widespread exploitation. The vendor was notified through an issue report but has not yet responded, making timely patching unlikely. Successful exploitation could lead to sensitive data exposure, potentially compromising the entire application and server.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"attack-chain\"\u003eAttack Chain\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn attacker identifies an instance of \u003ccode\u003enotes-mcp\u003c/code\u003e running version 0.1.4 or earlier.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe attacker crafts a malicious HTTP request targeting the vulnerable endpoint in \u003ccode\u003enotes_mcp.py\u003c/code\u003e.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe crafted request includes a manipulated \u003ccode\u003eroot_dir/path\u003c/code\u003e argument containing path traversal sequences (e.g., \u003ccode\u003e../\u003c/code\u003e) to navigate outside the intended directory.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe application fails to properly sanitize or validate the \u003ccode\u003eroot_dir/path\u003c/code\u003e argument.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe application uses the attacker-controlled path to access files or directories on the server\u0026rsquo;s file system.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe attacker retrieves sensitive data, such as configuration files, application source code, or user data, by reading arbitrary files on the server.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf write access is possible, the attacker may overwrite critical system files.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe attacker uses the exposed information to further compromise the system or gain unauthorized access to other resources.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ol\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"impact\"\u003eImpact\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuccessful exploitation of this path traversal vulnerability can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive files and directories on the affected server. This could result in the disclosure of confidential data, such as user credentials, application source code, or internal configuration details. The vulnerability has a CVSS v3.1 score of 7.3 (HIGH), indicating a significant risk. The number of potential victims is unknown, but any system running the vulnerable version of \u003ccode\u003enotes-mcp\u003c/code\u003e is at risk. The project\u0026rsquo;s lack of response to the vulnerability report suggests that a patch may not be immediately available, increasing the window of opportunity for attackers.\u003c/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"recommendation\"\u003eRecommendation\u003c/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect web server access logs for suspicious requests containing path traversal sequences like \u003ccode\u003e../\u003c/code\u003e in the URI targeting \u003ccode\u003enotes_mcp.py\u003c/code\u003e to identify potential exploitation attempts (see Sigma rule \u003ccode\u003eDetect notes-mcp Path Traversal Attempt\u003c/code\u003e).\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeploy the provided Sigma rules to your SIEM to detect exploitation attempts targeting this vulnerability.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMonitor network traffic for unusual file access patterns originating from the affected server after potential exploitation.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSince a public exploit is available, prioritize patching or mitigating this vulnerability if you are using the affected software, paying close attention to changes in request patterns and ensuring awareness of CVE-2026-7212.\u003c/li\u003e\n\u003c/ul\u003e\n","date_modified":"2026-04-28T02:16:08Z","date_published":"2026-04-28T02:16:08Z","id":"/briefs/2026-04-notes-mcp-path-traversal/","summary":"A path traversal vulnerability exists in edvardlindelof notes-mcp up to version 0.1.4, affecting the notes_mcp.py file, allowing a remote attacker to access sensitive files by manipulating the `root_dir/path` argument.","title":"edvardlindelof notes-mcp Path Traversal Vulnerability (CVE-2026-7212)","url":"https://feed.craftedsignal.io/briefs/2026-04-notes-mcp-path-traversal/"}],"language":"en","title":"CraftedSignal Threat Feed — Edvardlindelof","version":"https://jsonfeed.org/version/1.1"}