Vulnerability Description
Ghidra versions prior to 12.0.3 improperly process annotation directives embedded in automatically extracted binary data, resulting in arbitrary command execution when an analyst interacts with the UI. Specifically, the @execute annotation (which is intended for trusted, user-authored comments) is also parsed in comments generated during auto-analysis (such as CFStrings in Mach-O binaries). This allows a crafted binary to present seemingly benign clickable text which, when clicked, executes attacker-controlled commands on the analyst’s machine.
CVSS Score
HIGH
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/NationalSecurityAgency/ghidra/security/advisories/GHSA-mc3p-m
- https://takeonme.org/gcves/GCVE-1337-2026-00000000000000000000000000000000000000
- https://takeonme.org/gcves/GCVE-1337-2026-00000000000000000000000000000000000000
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-4946?
CVE-2026-4946 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 8.8 (HIGH). Ghidra versions prior to 12.0.3 improperly process annotation directives embedded in automatically extracted binary data, resulting in arbitrary command execution when an analyst interacts with the UI...
How severe is CVE-2026-4946?
CVE-2026-4946 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 8.8/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-4946?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.