CVE-2026-6832

CVE-2026-6832 is a high-severity vulnerability in Get-hermes Hermes Web Ui with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-22.

Key facts

Description

Hermes WebUI contains an arbitrary file deletion vulnerability in the /api/session/delete endpoint that allows authenticated attackers to delete files outside the session directory by supplying an absolute path or path traversal payload in the session_id parameter. Attackers can exploit unvalidated session identifiers to construct paths that bypass the SESSION_DIR boundary and delete writable JSON files on the host system.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-6832?
Hermes WebUI contains an arbitrary file deletion vulnerability in the /api/session/delete endpoint that allows authenticated attackers to delete files outside the session directory by supplying an absolute path or path traversal payload in the session_id parameter. Attackers can exploit unvalidated session identifiers to construct paths that bypass the SESSION_DIR boundary and delete writable JSON files on the host system.
How severe is CVE-2026-6832?
CVE-2026-6832 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.1, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2026-6832 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (38th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2026-6832?
CVE-2026-6832 affects Get-hermes Hermes Web Ui. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2026-6832?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2026-6832 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2026-6832 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-24517.
When was CVE-2026-6832 published?
CVE-2026-6832 was published on 2026-04-21 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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