CVE-2026-76159
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CVE-2026-76159 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7/10 on the CVSS scale. Incorrect Permission Assignment for Critical Resource in the configuration loader of Duplicati for Windows versions before v2.4.0.0 allows a local low-privileged attacker to escalate privileges to NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM via an attacker-controlled preload.json file.. EPSS estimates a 0.10% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Incorrect Permission Assignment for Critical Resource in the configuration loader of Duplicati for Windows versions before v2.4.0.0 allows a local low-privileged attacker to escalate privileges to NT AUTHORITY\SYSTEM via an attacker-controlled preload.json file.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Duplicati | Duplicati | < v2.4.0.0 |
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Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Deferred
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