CVE-2026-48681
HIGHCVSS 8.1/10EPSS 0.60%
Last modified
CVE-2026-48681 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.1/10 on the CVSS scale. OpenStack Ironic through before 35.0.2 allows file overwrite via directory traversal during deployment with a crafted ISO image.. EPSS estimates a 0.60% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
OpenStack Ironic through before 35.0.2 allows file overwrite via directory traversal during deployment with a crafted ISO image.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Openstack | Ironic | >= 17.0.0, < 26.1.7 |
| Openstack | Ironic | >= 27.0.0, < 29.0.6 |
| Openstack | Ironic | >= 30.0.0, < 32.0.2 |
| Openstack | Ironic | >= 33.0.0, < 35.0.2 |
References
- https://bugs.launchpad.net/ironic/+bug/2148333Issue Tracking, Mitigation
- https://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/06/03/12Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/06/03/12Mailing List, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-48681?
OpenStack Ironic through before 35.0.2 allows file overwrite via directory traversal during deployment with a crafted ISO image.
How severe is CVE-2026-48681?
CVE-2026-48681 has a CVSS score of 8.1/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.60% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-48681?
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.
Are you affected by CVE-2026-48681?
Run a free Strix scan to check your systems for this vulnerability.
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