Vulnerability Description
Vim is an open source, command line text editor. Prior to 9.2.0847, runtime/autoload/vimball.vim allows a crafted vimball member named .VimballRecord to overwrite the installation record with attacker-chosen commands. When vimball#RmVimball() later processes the matching record entry, the stored Ex commands, including operating-system commands invoked through :!, execute with the privileges of the user running Vim. This issue is fixed in version 9.2.0847.
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/vim/vim/commit/581a2f3ac9c6f96a26324f6b2c8c11415fd0d452
- https://github.com/vim/vim/security/advisories/GHSA-r22p-fhw4-84p2
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-73076?
CVE-2026-73076 is a documented vulnerability. Vim is an open source, command line text editor. Prior to 9.2.0847, runtime/autoload/vimball.vim allows a crafted vimball member named .VimballRecord to overwrite the installation record with attacker...
How severe is CVE-2026-73076?
CVSS scoring is not yet available for CVE-2026-73076. Check NVD for updates.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-73076?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.