CVE-2026-4980 — MEDIUM (6.3)

Vulnerability Description

A local file disclosure vulnerability in the XInclude processing component of Inkscape 1.1 before 1.3 allows a remote attacker to read local files via a crafted SVG file containing malicious xi:include tags.

CVSS Score

6.3

MEDIUM

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

Attack Vector

LOCAL

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

NONE

User Interaction

REQUIRED

Scope

CHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

NONE

Availability

NONE

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-611

References

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-4980?

CVE-2026-4980 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.3 (MEDIUM). A local file disclosure vulnerability in the XInclude processing component of Inkscape 1.1 before 1.3 allows a remote attacker to read local files via a crafted SVG file containing malicious xi:includ...

How severe is CVE-2026-4980?

CVE-2026-4980 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.3/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-4980?

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