PatchTheCVECVE-2021-26619: An path traversal vulnerability leading to delete arbitrary files was discovered in BigFileAgent
CVE-2021-26619 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.1) affecting bigfileagent. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
An path traversal vulnerability leading to delete arbitrary files was discovered in BigFileAgent. Remote attackers can use this vulnerability to delete arbitrary files of unspecified number of users.
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.1 (High) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.9% (top 40%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-22 |
| Published | 2022-02-18 |
| 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-2021-26619?
bigfileagent: upgrade to newer than 1.0.1.7. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2021-26619 being exploited?
CVE-2021-26619 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-2021-26619 affect?
CVE-2021-26619 affects bigfileagent. Severity is high (CVSS 7.1). An path traversal vulnerability leading to delete arbitrary files was discovered in BigFileAgent. Remote attackers can use this vulnerability to delete arbitrary files of unspecified number of users.
How urgent is CVE-2021-26619?
Priority 40/100. High severity
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