Vulnerability Description
SQLite command-line shell through 3.54.1 contains a command injection vulnerability in the .recover command that emits attacker-planted dot-commands stored in sqlite_schema.sql values verbatim. Attackers can craft a database whose schema holds a valid CREATE statement followed by a .shell or .system line, executing OS commands when victims pipe .recover output into sqlite3.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://abraxaslabs.tech/research/sqlite-cli-recover
- https://github.com/sqlite/sqlite
- https://github.com/sqlite/sqlite/blob/version-3.54.1/ext/recover/sqlite3recover.
- https://github.com/sqlite/sqlite/blob/version-3.54.1/src/shell.c.in#L7877-L7891
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/sqlite-cli-through-3.54.1-command-injection
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-119586?
CVE-2026-119586 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). SQLite command-line shell through 3.54.1 contains a command injection vulnerability in the .recover command that emits attacker-planted dot-commands stored in sqlite_schema.sql values verbatim. Attack...
How severe is CVE-2026-119586?
CVE-2026-119586 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-119586?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.