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.

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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.
Title Apache James: ManageSieve file implementation cross-user path traversal
Weaknesses CWE-22
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cve-icon MITRE

Status: PUBLISHED

Assigner: apache

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Updated: 2026-11-06T19:05:11.062Z

Reserved: 2026-08-19T09:29:58.583Z

Link: CVE-2026-76168

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Status : Received

Published: 2026-11-06T12:17:21.783

Modified: 2026-11-06T19:17:57.090

Link: CVE-2026-76168

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Updated: 2026-11-06T16:33:56Z

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