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CVE-2026-70460

8.1 · HIGH

rsync 2.3.3 before 3.5.0 contains a path traversal vulnerability that allows a malicious sender to escape the module root by exploiting symlinks within the module file tree when using --partial-dir…

Published Aug 13, 2026CWE-22EPSS 0.45%

Overview

CVE-2026-70460 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on August 13, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.1 (HIGH).

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.1, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

Technical description

rsync 2.3.3 before 3.5.0 contains a path traversal vulnerability that allows a malicious sender to escape the module root by exploiting symlinks within the module file tree when using --partial-dir or --backup-dir options. Attackers with write access to place a symlink under the module root, or who can exploit a pre-existing trusted symlink, can direct file writes to locations outside the intended module root, achieving arbitrary file write relative to the module root parent.

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/RsyncProject/rsync/releases/tag/v3.5.0GitHubgithub.com/RsyncProject/rsync/security/advisories/GHSA-w3xf-j2r2-gv4xRefwww.vulncheck.com/advisories/rsync-path-traversal-via-partial-dir-backup-dir-symlink

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Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-70460?

CVE-2026-70460 is a high-severity vulnerability. It was published on August 13, 2026 and has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.1 (HIGH).

How severe is CVE-2026-70460?

This vulnerability has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.1, rated HIGH. It can be exploited remotely over the network. No authentication or special privileges are required for exploitation.

How do I fix or remediate CVE-2026-70460?

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-2026-70460?

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