CVE-2022-2922: DotNetNuke.Core and DotNetNuke.Web Relative Path Traversal Vulnerability
Summary
CVE-2022-2922: DNN vulnerable to Relative Path Traversal. Affects DotNetNuke.Core versions < 9.11.0. Fixed in 9.11.0. How to fix ↓
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Background
DotNetNuke (DNN) is an open-source content management system (CMS) written in C# that allows users to build and manage websites. DotNetNuke.Core and DotNetNuke.Web are NuGet packages that provide core functionality for the DNN platform. These packages are widely used by developers to create and customize DNN-based websites. However, prior to version 9.11.0, these packages are vulnerable to Relative Path Traversal.
Vulnerability Detail
The Relative Path Traversal vulnerability in DotNetNuke.Core and DotNetNuke.Web allows an attacker to access files outside the intended directory by manipulating relative file paths. This can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive files and potentially result in remote code execution or information disclosure. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 4.9, indicating a moderate severity level.
How To Fix
Latest published version: 10.4.0 as of 23 Oct 2026
Upgrading to it may include breaking changes; the version below is the minimum fixed release for this vulnerability.
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9.11.0
This is the first release that contains the fix.
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Workaround
There is no known workaround for this vulnerability. It is essential to apply the patch by upgrading to version 9.11.0 or later to mitigate the risk.
Conclusion
The Relative Path Traversal vulnerability in DotNetNuke.Core and DotNetNuke.Web can have serious security implications, including unauthorized access to sensitive files and potential remote code execution. It is crucial for developers using these packages to upgrade to version 9.11.0 or later to mitigate the risk. For further support on vulnerability remediation, you can contact DevNack.com.
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FAQ
DotNetNuke (DNN) is an open-source content management system (CMS) written in C# that allows users to build and manage websites. It provides a flexible and extensible platform for developers to create and customize web applications.
Relative Path Traversal is a vulnerability that occurs when an application allows user-supplied input to influence the file path used for file operations. In the case of DotNetNuke, this vulnerability allows an attacker to access files outside the intended directory by manipulating relative file paths.
The Relative Path Traversal vulnerability in DotNetNuke.Core and DotNetNuke.Web can lead to unauthorized access to sensitive files, remote code execution, or information disclosure. An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to gain access to confidential data or execute arbitrary code on the affected system.
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Yes, a fix is available for this vulnerability. It is recommended to upgrade to version 9.11.0 or later of DotNetNuke.Core and DotNetNuke.Web, as this version contains a patch that addresses the Relative Path Traversal issue.
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