Vulnerability Description
agentverus-scanner fails to analyze compiled Python bytecode files in companion code directories, allowing attackers to bypass security scanning by shipping malicious __pycache__ entries alongside benign source files. Attackers can execute arbitrary Python bytecode on import while the scanner reports a CERTIFIED verdict with high trust scores in both static and semantic analysis modes.
CVSS Score
MEDIUM
Related Weaknesses (CWE)
References
- https://github.com/agentverus/agentverus-scanner
- https://github.com/agentverus/agentverus-scanner/blob/v0.8.1/src/scanner/analyze
- https://github.com/agentverus/agentverus-scanner/blob/v0.8.1/src/scanner/compani
- https://github.com/agentverus/agentverus-scanner/issues/27
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/agentverus-scanner-companion-code-analysis-
FAQ
What is CVE-2026-84811?
CVE-2026-84811 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 6.5 (MEDIUM). agentverus-scanner fails to analyze compiled Python bytecode files in companion code directories, allowing attackers to bypass security scanning by shipping malicious __pycache__ entries alongside ben...
How severe is CVE-2026-84811?
CVE-2026-84811 has been rated MEDIUM with a CVSS base score of 6.5/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.
Is there a patch for CVE-2026-84811?
Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.