CVE-2026-42448
Low
Description
Magic Wormhole makes it possible to get arbitrary-sized files and directories from one computer to another. Prior to 0.24.0, there is a path traversal when a receiver who specifies "--output <dir>" where that output directory currently exists (as a directory). This vulnerability is fixed in 0.24.0.
SeverityLow
CVSS3.5
Exploit probability—
ProductMagic-wormhole
PublishedMay 26, 2026
First seenMay 26, 2026
Weakness typeCWE-22Path traversal
How to fix
Update
- magic-wormhole0.24.0 or later
Affected products
| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| magic-wormholePyPI | 0.23.0 ≤ v < 0.24.0 | 0.24.0 |
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