CVE-2026-50526
MEDIUMCVSS 5.5/10EPSS 0.16%
Last modified
CVE-2026-50526 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 5.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') in .NET allows an authorized attacker to perform tampering locally.. EPSS estimates a 0.16% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') in .NET allows an authorized attacker to perform tampering locally.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Microsoft | .Net | >= 8.0.0, < 8.0.29 |
| Microsoft | .Net | >= 9.0.0, < 9.0.18 |
| Microsoft | .Net | >= 10.0.0, < 10.0.6 |
| Microsoft | Visual Studio 2022 | >= 17.12.0, < 17.12.22 |
| Microsoft | Visual Studio 2022 | >= 17.14.0, < 17.14.36 |
| Microsoft | Visual Studio 2026 | >= 18.7.0, < 18.7.4 |
References
- https://msrc.microsoft.com/update-guide/vulnerability/CVE-2026-50526Patch, Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-50526?
Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') in .NET allows an authorized attacker to perform tampering locally.
How severe is CVE-2026-50526?
CVE-2026-50526 has a CVSS score of 5.5/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.16% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-50526?
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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