CVE-2026-1196 in MineAdmin
Summary
by MITRE • 01/20/2026
A security vulnerability has been detected in MineAdmin 1.x/2.x. Affected is an unknown function of the file /system/getFileInfoById. Such manipulation of the argument ID leads to information disclosure. It is possible to launch the attack remotely. The attack requires a high level of complexity. The exploitability is told to be difficult. The exploit has been disclosed publicly and may be used. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 02/06/2026
The vulnerability identified as CVE-2026-1196 represents a critical information disclosure flaw within MineAdmin versions 1.x and 2.x, specifically affecting the /system/getFileInfoById endpoint. This vulnerability stems from inadequate input validation and sanitization mechanisms within the affected function, creating a pathway for unauthorized data exposure through manipulated ID arguments. The flaw exists at the application level where user-supplied parameters are processed without proper authorization checks or data filtering, allowing attackers to potentially access sensitive system information that should remain restricted.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability demonstrates a classic case of insufficient input validation where the ID parameter passed to the getFileInfoById function fails to properly validate or sanitize incoming data. This weakness creates an information disclosure scenario where an attacker can manipulate the ID argument to traverse system file structures or access restricted data repositories. The vulnerability's remote exploitability indicates that attackers can leverage this flaw from external network positions without requiring physical access to the system. According to security analysis frameworks, this represents a CWE-20 weakness in input validation, specifically manifesting as CWE-200 information exposure through improper access control mechanisms.
The operational impact of CVE-2026-1196 extends beyond simple data leakage, potentially exposing sensitive system configurations, user credentials, or administrative information that could facilitate further attacks. The high complexity requirement for exploitation suggests that while the vulnerability exists, it requires significant technical expertise and resources to successfully compromise systems, making it less likely to be exploited by casual attackers but still dangerous for determined threat actors. The public disclosure of exploit code significantly increases the risk level, as malicious actors can now implement automated attacks against vulnerable systems without developing custom exploitation techniques. This vulnerability directly aligns with ATT&CK technique T1083 (File and Directory Discovery) and T1005 (Data from Local System) by enabling unauthorized access to system file information and local data repositories.
The remediation strategy for this vulnerability requires immediate implementation of proper input validation and parameter sanitization within the affected function, ensuring that all ID arguments are properly verified against expected formats and authorized access levels. Organizations should implement strict access controls and authentication mechanisms to prevent unauthorized access to system functions, while also applying comprehensive logging and monitoring to detect suspicious activities. The vendor's lack of response to early disclosure notifications compounds the risk, suggesting that organizations may need to implement temporary mitigations or consider alternative solutions while awaiting official patches. Security teams should conduct immediate vulnerability assessments to identify all instances of MineAdmin 1.x and 2.x deployments and prioritize remediation efforts based on risk exposure. The disclosure of exploit code means that organizations must act swiftly to implement protective measures, as the window for exploitation is likely to be extended by the public availability of attack vectors.