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CVE-2026-76168 Apache James: ManageSieve file implementation cross-user path traversal

Description

In Apache James server prior version 3.9.1 relying on the SieveFileRepository incorect validation of file paths can result in path transversal, allowing to set arbitrary SIEVE scripts for other users. This allows a logged in attacker to set arbitrary SIEVE scripts for other users, resulting in denial of service or even traffic capture. Users are recommended to upgrade to version 3.9.1 which fixes this issue.

Affected products and versions

Product Affected versions Fixed in
Apache James 3.9 earliest → < 3.9.1 3.9.1

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