Vulnerability Description
NLTK before 3.10.3 fails to validate JVM options passed through the per-call options parameter in the java() function, allowing attackers to inject dangerous JVM flags. Attackers can supply malicious options like -agentpath, -javaagent, or @argfile to Stanford wrapper classes to achieve arbitrary code execution.
CVSS Score
CRITICAL
Affected Products
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Nltk | Nltk | < 3.10.3 |
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/nltk/nltk/security/advisories/GHSA-m4rf-3fr8-xwx3ExploitMitigationVendor Advisory
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/nltk-before-jvm-argument-injection-via-per-Third Party Advisory
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-79675?
CVE-2026-79675 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL). NLTK before 3.10.3 fails to validate JVM options passed through the per-call options parameter in the java() function, allowing attackers to inject dangerous JVM flags. Attackers can supply malicious ...
How severe is CVE-2026-79675?
CVE-2026-79675 has been rated CRITICAL with a CVSS base score of 9.8/10. This is considered a critical vulnerability requiring immediate attention.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-79675?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Affected products include: Nltk Nltk.