CVE-2026-48120

Kakoune (the code editor) is affected by CVE-2026-48120 through the bundled, enabled-by-default autorestore.kak script. Prior to version 2026.05.21, malicious backup files could trigger arbitrary Kakoune and shell commands when a file is opened. The issue is addressed in Kakoune 2026.05.21. A wor...

CVE-2026-48120 Kakoune has a Critical RCE via Autorestore Backup Filename Injection

Kakoune is a code editor. Prior to version 2026.05.21, the bundled, enabled by default, autorestore.kak script can be exploited by malicious backup files leading to arbitrary kakoune and shell commands being executed by simply opening a file. Kakoune 2026.05.21 fixes the issue. As a workaround, a...

CVE-2026-48120 Kakoune has a Critical RCE via Autorestore Backup Filename Injection

Kakoune is a code editor. Prior to version 2026.05.21, the bundled, enabled by default, autorestore.kak script can be exploited by malicious backup files leading to arbitrary kakoune and shell commands being executed by simply opening a file. Kakoune 2026.05.21 fixes the issue. As a workaround, a...

GHSA-85M8-G393-JCXF CI4MS: Backup Management Full Account Takeover for All-Roles & Privilege-Escalation via Stored DOM Blind XSS

Summary Vulnerability: Stored DOM Blind XSS via Backup Management Filename Persistent Payload Injection - Stored Cross-Site Scripting Blind XSS via Unsanitized Backup Filename in Backup Management Description The application fails to properly sanitize user-controlled input when handling backup...