Vulnerability Description
App::Ack versions through 3.10.0 for Perl read arbitrary files via --files-from in a project .ackrc. ack searches up the directory hierarchy from the current directory for a project .ackrc and loads its options. The project-source option blocklist in App::Ack::ConfigLoader does not include --files-from, so a project .ackrc can set it to a path whose listed files ack then reads and searches. Version 3.10.0 added --follow to the blocklist; --files-from remains accepted. A project .ackrc committed to an untrusted repository can make ack read files outside the project and print their matching lines.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://metacpan.org/release/PETDANCE/ack-v3.10.0/source/Changes
- http://www.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/07/08/7
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-49145?
CVE-2026-49145 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.5 (HIGH). App::Ack versions through 3.10.0 for Perl read arbitrary files via --files-from in a project .ackrc. ack searches up the directory hierarchy from the current directory for a project .ackrc and loads ...
How severe is CVE-2026-49145?
CVE-2026-49145 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-49145?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.