Description
ILIAS before versions 9.22, 10.10, and 11.3 contains an arbitrary file read vulnerability in the SOAP addFile method that allows authenticated users to read server files by supplying crafted XML with COPY-mode imports. Attackers can construct absolute file paths through an unsandboxed import directory and retrieve sensitive files including configuration files containing database credentials and setup passwords.
Affected products
| Vendor | Product | Affected | Fixed |
|---|---|---|---|
| ILIAS-eLearning e.V. | ILIAS | 9.0 – < 9.22, 10.0 – < 10.10, 11.0 – < 11.3 | 9.22 |
Advisories 1
- WID-SEC-2026-3106 ILIAS: Schwachstelle ermöglicht Offenlegung von Informationen BSI CERT-Bund (WID) · Aug 31, 2026
References
- 11.3 Release Notes release-notes
- 11.3 Download product patch
- 10.10 Release Notes release-notes
- 10.10 Download product patch
- 9.22 Release Notes release-notes
- 9.22 Download product patch
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/ilias-arbitrary-file-read-via-soap-addfile third-party-advisory
- Researcher Advisory technical-description