CVEvulnerability

CVE-2026-91202

6.1 MEDIUM Published 2026-09-18 Modified 2026-10-19 Official page ↗
Status
Awaiting Analysis
Published
2026-09-18
Last modified
2026-10-19
Assigner
[email protected]
CVSS 3.1 ([email protected])
6.1 MEDIUM — CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:H/A:L
Weaknesses
CWE-61

Description

A flaw was found in cockpit-files. A low-privileged local user can exploit this vulnerability by crafting a directory containing a symbolic link (symlink) and then using the privileged "Paste as owner" function. This allows for arbitrary file ownership changes outside the intended pasted directory, leading to a compromise of data integrity. In some cases, this could also lead to reduced confidentiality if the new ownership grants unauthorized read access. Exploitation requires user interaction to select a non-original owner during the paste operation.

Related

Weakness · CWE (1)

  • CWE-61 UNIX Symbolic Link (Symlink) Following weakness

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