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CVE-2026-28417

4.4 · MEDIUM

Vim is an open source, command line text editor.

Published Feb 27, 2026CWE-86EPSS 1.46%

Overview

CVE-2026-28417 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 27, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 4.4 (MEDIUM).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 4.4, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

Vim is an open source, command line text editor. Prior to version 9.2.0073, an OS command injection vulnerability exists in the `netrw` standard plugin bundled with Vim. By inducing a user to open a crafted URL (e.g., using the `scp://` protocol handler), an attacker can execute arbitrary shell commands with the privileges of the Vim process. Version 9.2.0073 fixes the issue.

Remediation

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

References

GitHubgithub.com/vim/vim/commit/79348dbbc09332130f4c860GitHubgithub.com/vim/vim/releases/tag/v9.2.0073GitHubgithub.com/vim/vim/security/advisories/GHSA-m3xh-9434-g336Refwww.openwall.com/lists/oss-security/2026/02/27/6

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-28417?

CVE-2026-28417 is a medium-severity vulnerability. It was published on February 27, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 4.4 (MEDIUM).

How severe is CVE-2026-28417?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 4.4, rated MEDIUM. It requires local or adjacent network access to exploit. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2026-28417?

Check the references section for vendor advisories, patches, and mitigation guidance. If immediate patching is not possible, review the CVSS vector to understand the attack surface and apply compensating controls such as network segmentation or access restrictions.

How can CyberStrike help with CVE-2026-28417?

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