PatchTheCVECVE-2014-10066: Versions less than 0.1.4 of the static file server module fancy-server are vulnerable to directory traversal
CVE-2014-10066 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting fancy-server. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Versions less than 0.1.4 of the static file server module fancy-server are vulnerable to directory traversal. An attacker can provide input such as `../` to read files outside of the served directory.
Why this priority
- High severity
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.5 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.6% (top 24%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-22 |
| Published | 2018-05-31 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2014-10066?
fancy-server: upgrade to 0.1.4. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2014-10066 being exploited?
CVE-2014-10066 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2014-10066 affect?
CVE-2014-10066 affects fancy-server. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). Versions less than 0.1.4 of the static file server module fancy-server are vulnerable to directory traversal. An attacker can provide input such as `../` to read files outside of the served directory.
How urgent is CVE-2014-10066?
Priority 50/100. High severity; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action