Channels - Path Traversal (CVE-2019-14251)

CVE-2019-14251 is a path traversal vulnerability in Temenos Channels R15.01 (T24), where attackers can exploit the downloadDocServer() function to access files or directories outside the intended restricted directory. By manipulating the docDownloadPath and uploadLocation parameters, unauthorized users may gain access to sensitive files on the server, potentially exposing confidential information. This flaw poses a significant risk to data security and privacy within affected systems.

CrowdSec has been tracking this vulnerability and its exploits since 15th of May 2026.

According to CrowdSec data, while opportunistic exploitation dominates, a portion of threat actors trying to exploit CVE-2019-14251 apply basic targeting methods such as port or service detection. This indicates emerging patterns of selective targeting. Telemetry from the CrowdSec network also shows that exploitation activity for CVE-2019-14251 remains steady week-over-week. Attack volumes are consistent with long-term trends, indicating sustained interest from threat actors. CVE-2019-14251 continues to be an active part of the threat landscape and will likely remain this way for the forseeable future.

Attackers exploit the /WealthT24/GetImage endpoint by manipulating the docDownloadPath parameter to include paths to sensitive files, enabling local file inclusion and unauthorized file access.