CVE-2026-28417
MEDIUMCVSS Vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:N
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Description
Vim is an open source, command line text editor. Prior to version 9.2.0073, an OS command injection vulnerability exists in the `netrw` standard plugin bundled with Vim. By inducing a user to open a crafted URL (e.g., using the `scp://` protocol handler), an attacker can execute arbitrary shell commands with the privileges of the Vim process. Version 9.2.0073 fixes the issue.
Analysis
Arbitrary command execution in Vim's netrw plugin prior to version 9.2.0073 allows attackers to execute shell commands with user privileges by crafting malicious URLs (such as scp:// handlers) that users are tricked into opening. The vulnerability requires user interaction but poses a local privilege escalation risk in multi-user environments. …
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Remediation
Within 30 days: Identify affected systems and apply vendor patches as part of regular patch cycle. Vendor patch is available.
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