CVE-2026-44468
Incorrect Default Permissions in CODESYS Development System
Description
The affected product creates a directory with insecure default permissions during administrative installation. This allows a low-privileged local attacker to modify a temporary file defining the components to be installed, enabling local privilege escalation by forcing the deployment of arbitrary components.
INFO
Published Date :
May 26, 2026, 6:37 a.m.
Last Modified :
May 26, 2026, 6:37 a.m.
Remotely Exploit :
No
Source :
CERTVDE
Affected Products
The following products are affected by CVE-2026-44468
vulnerability.
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affected, the information is not represented in the table below.
No affected product recoded yet
CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | HIGH | 270ccfa6-a436-4e77-922e-914ec3a9685c | ||||
| CVSS 4.0 | HIGH | 270ccfa6-a436-4e77-922e-914ec3a9685c |
Solution
- Ensure administrative installation creates directories with secure permissions.
- Review and restrict access to temporary installation files.
- Implement least privilege for installation processes.
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