CVE-2026-85518
Openscap: openscap: arbitrary file write via path traversal in source datastream decomposition
Description
A flaw was found in OpenSCAP. When decomposing a Source DataStream (SDS) file, the application does not properly validate relative file path attributes, leading to a path traversal vulnerability. An attacker can exploit this flaw by tricking a user or automated system into decomposing a crafted datastream containing directory traversal sequences. Successful exploitation allows unauthorized file creation or modification outside the intended target directory with the permissions of the executing process.
INFO
Published Date :
Oct. 21, 2026, 8:17 p.m.
Last Modified :
Oct. 21, 2026, 8:17 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
No
Source :
[email protected]
Affected Products
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vulnerability.
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CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | 53f830b8-0a3f-465b-8143-3b8a9948e749 | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | MITRE-CVE | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | [email protected] |
Solution
- Update OpenSCAP to the latest version.
- Validate all input datastream files carefully.
- Restrict process permissions to limit impact.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2026-85518.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2026-85518 | |
| https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2478522 |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
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weaknesses that can lead to vulnerabilities. CVE-2026-85518 is
associated with the following CWEs:
Common Attack Pattern Enumeration and Classification (CAPEC)
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approaches employed by adversaries to exploit the CVE-2026-85518
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New CVE Received by [email protected]
Oct. 21, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Description A flaw was found in OpenSCAP. When decomposing a Source DataStream (SDS) file, the application does not properly validate relative file path attributes, leading to a path traversal vulnerability. An attacker can exploit this flaw by tricking a user or automated system into decomposing a crafted datastream containing directory traversal sequences. Successful exploitation allows unauthorized file creation or modification outside the intended target directory with the permissions of the executing process. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:L Added CWE CWE-22 Added Affected New affected value received. <a href="https://github.com/CVEProject/cvelistV5/blob/main/cves/2026/85xxx/CVE-2026-85518.json">CVE-2026-85518</a> Added Reference https://access.redhat.com/security/cve/CVE-2026-85518 Added Reference https://bugzilla.redhat.com/show_bug.cgi?id=2478522