CVE-2026-35033: Jellyfin: Potential SSRF + Arbitrary file read via stream argument injection
Jellyfin is an open source self hosted media server. Versions prior to 10.11.7 contain an unauthenticated arbitrary file read vulnerability via ffmpeg argument injection through the StreamOptions query parameter parsing mechanism. The ParseStreamOptions method in StreamingHelpers.cs adds any lowercase query parameter to a dictionary without validation, bypassing the RegularExpression attribute on the level controller parameter, and the unsanitized value is concatenated directly into the ffmpeg command line. By injecting a drawtext filter with a textfile argument, an attacker can read arbitrary server files such as /etc/shadow and exfiltrate their contents as text rendered in the video stream response. The vulnerable /Videos/{itemId}/stream endpoint has no Authorize attribute, making this exploitable without authentication, though item GUIDs are pseudorandom and require an authenticated user to obtain. This issue has been fixed in version 10.11.7.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
Jellyfinto a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 10.11.7
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-35033?
CVE-2026-35033 has been rated as a high severity vulnerability due to its potential for arbitrary file reading and SSRF exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2026-35033?
To fix CVE-2026-35033, update your Jellyfin installation to version 10.11.7 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2026-35033?
CVE-2026-35033 affects all Jellyfin versions prior to 10.11.7.
What is the impact of CVE-2026-35033?
The impact of CVE-2026-35033 includes the potential for unauthorized access to sensitive files on the server.
Is CVE-2026-35033 an authenticated vulnerability?
CVE-2026-35033 is an unauthenticated vulnerability, meaning it can be exploited without user authentication.