CVE-2022-50897

low-risk

Published 2026-01-13

mPDF 7.0 contains a local file inclusion vulnerability that allows attackers to read arbitrary system files by manipulating annotation file parameters. Attackers can generate URL-encoded or base64 payloads to include local files through crafted annotation content with file path specifications.

Do I need to act?

0.03% chance of exploitation

EPSS score — low exploit probability

Not on CISA KEV list

No confirmed active exploitation reported to CISA

Patch status unknown

Check vendor advisories for fix availability and mitigation guidance

CVSS 5.5/10 Medium

LOCAL / LOW complexity

Affected Products (1)

Mpdf

Affected Vendors

Mpdf Project

References (3)

Product https://mpdf.github.io/

Exploit https://www.exploit-db.com/exploits/50995

Third Party Advisory https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/mpdf-local-file-inclusion

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low-risk

Severity 18/34 · Moderate

Exploitability 0/34 · Minimal

Exposure 5/34 · Minimal