CVE-2026-7159 | douinc mkdocs-mcp-plugin up to 0.4.1 server.py read_document/list_documents docs_dir/file_path path traversal
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A vulnerability classified as critical has been found in douinc mkdocs-mcp-plugin up to 0.4.1 . This affects the function read_document/list_documents of the file server.py . Performing a manipulation of the argument docs_dir/file_path results in path traversal. This vulnerability is reported as CVE-2026-7159 . The attack is possible to be carried out remotely. Moreover, an exploit is present. The vendor confirms, that the "fix will be published within a few days."
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VDB-359758 · SUBMIT #802063 · CVE-2026-7159
DOUINC MKDOCS-MCP-PLUGIN UP TO 0.4.1 SERVER.PY READ_DOCUMENT/LIST_DOCUMENTS DOCS_DIR/FILE_PATH PATH TRAVERSAL
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Summaryinfo
A vulnerability classified as critical was found in douinc mkdocs-mcp-plugin up to 0.4.1. This vulnerability affects the function read_document/list_documents of the file server.py. Executing a manipulation of the argument docs_dir/file_path can lead to path traversal. This vulnerability appears as CVE-2026-7159. The attack may be performed from remote. In addition, an exploit is available. The vendor confirms, that the "fix will be published within a few days."
Detailsinfo
A vulnerability classified as critical was found in douinc mkdocs-mcp-plugin up to 0.4.1. This vulnerability affects the function read_document/list_documents of the file server.py. The manipulation of the argument docs_dir/file_path with an unknown input leads to a path traversal vulnerability. The CWE definition for the vulnerability is CWE-22. The product uses external input to construct a pathname that is intended to identify a file or directory that is located underneath a restricted parent directory, but the product does not properly neutralize special elements within the pathname that can cause the pathname to resolve to a location that is outside of the restricted directory. As an impact it is known to affect confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
The advisory is available at github.com. This vulnerability was named CVE-2026-7159. The exploitation appears to be easy. The attack can be initiated remotely. No form of authentication is required for a successful exploitation. Technical details and also a public exploit are known. This vulnerability is assigned to T1006 by the MITRE ATT&CK project.
It is possible to download the exploit at github.com. It is declared as proof-of-concept. The vendor confirms, that the "fix will be published within a few days."
There is no information about possible countermeasures known. It may be suggested to replace the affected object with an alternative product.
Productinfo
Type
Artificial Intelligence Software
Vendor
douinc
Name
mkdocs-mcp-plugin
Version
0.4.0
0.4.1
Website
Product: https://github.com/douinc/mkdocs-mcp-plugin/
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VulDB Meta Base Score: 7.3
VulDB Meta Temp Score: 6.9
VulDB Base Score: 7.3
VulDB Temp Score: 6.9
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Exploitinginfo
Class: Path traversal
CWE: CWE-22
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Physical: No
Local: No
Remote: Yes
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Access: Public
Status: Proof-of-Concept
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Countermeasuresinfo
Recommended: no mitigation known
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Timelineinfo
04/26/2026 Advisory disclosed
04/26/2026 +0 days VulDB entry created
04/26/2026 +0 days VulDB entry last update
Sourcesinfo
Product: github.com
Advisory: github.com
Status: Confirmed
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CVE: CVE-2026-7159 (🔒)
GCVE (CVE): GCVE-0-2026-7159
GCVE (VulDB): GCVE-100-359758
scip Labs: https://www.scip.ch/en/?labs.20161013
Entryinfo
Created: 04/26/2026 22:21
Changes: 04/26/2026 22:21 (59)
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Submitter: SmallW
Cache ID: 99:BE3:101
Submitinfo
Accepted
Submit #802063: douinc mkdocs-mcp-plugin 0.4.1 Path Traversal (by SmallW)
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