Kakoune is a code editor. Prior to version 2026.05.21, the bundled, enabled by default, `autorestore.kak` script can be exploited by malicious backup files leading to arbitrary kakoune and shell commands being executed by simply opening a file. Kakoune 2026.05.21 fixes the issue. As a workaround, add `autorestore-disable` to the user kakrc will disable the autorestore feature.
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Information
Published : 2026-08-07 23:17
Updated : 2026-09-09 20:55
NVD link : CVE-2026-48120
Mitre link : CVE-2026-48120
CVE.ORG link : CVE-2026-48120
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CWE
CWE-74
Improper Neutralization of Special Elements in Output Used by a Downstream Component ('Injection')
