CVE-2026-44933 — HIGH (7.8)

Vulnerability Description

`PluginScript` attempts to `chroot` the plugin to the `repoManagerRoot`, this root is frequently `/` (the system root) in standard configurations or when using `--root`. If the chroot target is `/`, it is a no-op, allowing the traversed path to execute host binaries (like `/bin/bash`) with root privileges.

CVSS Score

7.8

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:L/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

REQUIRED

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-35

References

https://bugzilla.suse.com/show_bug.cgi?id=CVE-2026-44933

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-44933?

CVE-2026-44933 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.8 (HIGH). `PluginScript` attempts to `chroot` the plugin to the `repoManagerRoot`, this root is frequently `/` (the system root) in standard configurations or when using `--root`. If the chroot target is `/`, i...

How severe is CVE-2026-44933?

CVE-2026-44933 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-2026-44933?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.