PatchTheCVECVE-2024-22723: Webtrees 2.1.18 is vulnerable to Directory Traversal
CVE-2024-22723 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 4.9) affecting webtrees. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Webtrees 2.1.18 is vulnerable to Directory Traversal. By manipulating the "media_folder" parameter in the URL, an attacker (in this case, an administrator) can navigate beyond the intended directory (the 'media/' directory) to access sensitive files in other parts of the application's file system.
Why this priority
- Public exploit reference
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
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-2024-22723?
webtrees: downgrade or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2024-22723 being exploited?
CVE-2024-22723 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-2024-22723 affect?
CVE-2024-22723 affects webtrees. Severity is medium (CVSS 4.9). Webtrees 2.1.18 is vulnerable to Directory Traversal. By manipulating the "media_folder" parameter in the URL, an attacker (in this case, an administrator) can navigate beyond the intended directory (the 'media/' directory) to access sensit
How urgent is CVE-2024-22723?
Priority 37/100. Public exploit reference