CVE-2026-110452
MEDIUMCVSS 4/10EPSS 0.13%
Last modified
CVE-2026-110452 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 4/10 on the CVSS scale. The multi-user installer in Nix before 2.35.3 sets the ownership of store contents to the user (who invoked the installer) even though it should be root ownership.. EPSS estimates a 0.13% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
The multi-user installer in Nix before 2.35.3 sets the ownership of store contents to the user (who invoked the installer) even though it should be root ownership.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| NixOS | Nix | < 2.28.8; >= 2.29.0, < 2.30.6; >= 2.31.0, < 2.31.6; >= 2.32.0, < 2.34.9; >= 2.35.0, < 2.35.3 |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Deferred
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-110452?
The multi-user installer in Nix before 2.35.3 sets the ownership of store contents to the user (who invoked the installer) even though it should be root ownership.
How severe is CVE-2026-110452?
CVE-2026-110452 has a CVSS score of 4/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.13% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-110452?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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