CVE-2026-42171
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CVE-2026-42171 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.8/10 on the CVSS scale. NSIS (Nullsoft Scriptable Install System) 3.06.1 before 3.12 sometimes uses the Low IL temp directory when executing as SYSTEM, allowing local attackers to gain privileges (if they can cause my_GetTempFileName to return 0, as shown in the references).. EPSS estimates a 0.21% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
NSIS (Nullsoft Scriptable Install System) 3.06.1 before 3.12 sometimes uses the Low IL temp directory when executing as SYSTEM, allowing local attackers to gain privileges (if they can cause my_GetTempFileName to return 0, as shown in the references).
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nullsoft | Nullsoft Scriptable Install System | >= 3.06.1, < 3.12 |
References
Timeline
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- Status
- Analyzed
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