CVE-2026-105898: ColdFusion | Incorrect Authorization (CWE-863)
ColdFusion is affected by an Incorrect Authorization vulnerability that could result in arbitrary code execution in the context of the current user. A low-privileged attacker could exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code. Exploitation of this issue requires user interaction in that a victim must open a malicious file. Scope is changed.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who is most likely to be exposed to exploitation?
ColdFusion environments where low-privileged users can provide or cause another user to open files are exposed. Successful exploitation runs arbitrary code in the context of the user who opens the malicious file.
What does an attacker need to exploit this issue?
The attacker needs low-privileged access and must induce a victim to open a malicious file. The attack requires local access and user interaction.
What is the impact if exploitation succeeds?
An attacker can execute arbitrary code with the permissions of the current user. The vulnerability affects confidentiality, integrity, and availability, and its scope is changed.