CVE-2026-8662
Path Traversal in Rapid7 InsightConnect Compression Plugin
Description
Path Traversal vulnerability in the create_archive function of Rapid7 InsightConnect Compression Plugin on Linux allows authenticated attackers to write to unintended file paths via crafted filename input. The impact is limited to file corruption as content cannot be controlled by the attacker.
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CVSS Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
AV:NAttack VectorNetwork
AC:HAttack ComplexityHigh
PR:HPrivileges RequiredHigh
UI:NUser InteractionNone
Scope
S:UScopeUnchanged
Impact
C:NConfidentialityNone
I:LIntegrityLow
A:LAvailabilityLow
Weaknesses
Affected Products
Rapid7
commercial·USaka rapid7 nexpose, metasploit, rapid7 velociraptor
Exploitability
No known exploits, KEV entries, or remediation guidance available for this vulnerability yet.
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