CVE-2026-60114 in SIP
Summary
by MITRE • 07/14/2026
Sustainable Irrigation Platform (SIP) through version 5.2.16 contains a path traversal vulnerability that allows attackers with access to the restore functionality to write files to arbitrary locations by uploading crafted JSON backup files with unvalidated keys used to construct file paths. Attackers can exploit the lack of key validation in the JSON restore process, combined with the absence of a required passphrase in the default configuration or the default passphrase 'opendoor', to write arbitrary JSON files outside the intended data directory.
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Analysis
by VulDB Data Team • 07/14/2026
The Sustainable Irrigation Platform SIP version 5.2.16 presents a critical path traversal vulnerability that fundamentally compromises system integrity through improper input validation during backup restoration processes. This vulnerability resides in the JSON restore functionality where attacker-controlled keys are directly used to construct file paths without adequate sanitization or validation mechanisms. The flaw operates at the intersection of inadequate data validation and weak access controls, creating an exploitable condition that allows unauthorized file system manipulation.
The technical implementation of this vulnerability stems from the absence of proper input validation within the JSON parsing routine that handles backup restoration operations. When the system processes crafted JSON files containing maliciously constructed keys, these unvalidated elements are directly incorporated into file path construction logic. The vulnerability is exacerbated by the default configuration settings that either omit required passphrase protection or implement a predictable default passphrase 'opendoor' that provides minimal security barrier. This combination creates a scenario where any authenticated user with access to restore functionality can manipulate the system's file writing behavior.
The operational impact of this vulnerability extends beyond simple unauthorized file creation, as it enables attackers to potentially overwrite critical system files, inject malicious code into the platform's data storage, or establish persistence mechanisms within the application environment. The path traversal capability allows for arbitrary file system manipulation outside the intended data directory boundaries, effectively bypassing normal file access controls and directory restrictions that should protect sensitive system components. This vulnerability can be leveraged to compromise the entire platform's integrity and availability through strategic file placement attacks.
Security practitioners should implement immediate mitigations including mandatory input validation for all JSON keys used in file path construction, enforcement of strong passphrase requirements during backup restoration operations, and implementation of strict directory traversal prevention measures. The vulnerability aligns with CWE-22 Path Traversal and CWE-312 Cleartext Storage of Sensitive Information, representing a critical risk that requires immediate remediation through proper input sanitization, access control hardening, and configuration management practices. Organizations should also consider implementing principle of least privilege controls for backup restoration functionality and regular security assessments to identify similar validation flaws in related system components.
The attack surface for this vulnerability can be significantly reduced by implementing robust JSON schema validation that enforces expected key structures and values, eliminating the possibility of arbitrary path construction from user-supplied data. Additionally, mandatory passphrase enforcement eliminates the default 'opendoor' weakness while proper directory isolation prevents file system traversal beyond designated boundaries. These defensive measures align with ATT&CK technique T1078 Valid Accounts and T1566 Phishing to establish persistence, ensuring that unauthorized file manipulation attempts cannot succeed through this particular pathway.