Vulnerability Analysis: CVE-2026-116067 Paisa < 0.7.8 – Unauthenticated Path Traversal
Introduction In modern web applications, handling file paths securely is a critical requirement. When input fields accept file paths or file names directly without adequate validation, software can become susceptible to Directory Traversal (Path Traversal) flaws. CVE-2026-116067 represents a high-severity Path Traversal vulnerability discovered in Paisa—a popular open-source, self-hosted personal finance tracking application designed to help users manage their ledgers, budgets, and investments. Self-hosted financial