CVE-2026-41958
MEDIUMCVSS 6.5/10
Last modified
CVE-2026-41958 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. A path traversal vulnerability exists in the unzip_http RemoteZipFile extract functionality of VisiData (version(s): dev (commit 38b21f78)). A specially crafted .zip file can lead to arbitrary file write.
Description
A path traversal vulnerability exists in the unzip_http RemoteZipFile extract functionality of VisiData (version(s): dev (commit 38b21f78)). A specially crafted .zip file can lead to arbitrary file write. An attacker can provide a crafted URL to trigger this vulnerability.
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Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| visidata | visidata | dev (commit 38b21f78) |
References
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-41958?
A path traversal vulnerability exists in the unzip_http RemoteZipFile extract functionality of VisiData (version(s): dev (commit 38b21f78)). A specially crafted .zip file can lead to arbitrary file write. An attacker can provide a crafted URL to trigger this vulnerability.
How severe is CVE-2026-41958?
CVE-2026-41958 has a CVSS score of 6.5/10 (MEDIUM severity).
How do I fix CVE-2026-41958?
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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