https://seclists.org/oss-sec/2026/q3/435: CVE-2026-66902: Google::Auth versions befo0.06 for Perl run a command named in an external_account cdentials JSON via an ungated system call

Published Aug 4, 2026
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Affected Software

1 affected component
Google pypi/Google-Auth<0.06
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-66902?

CVE-2026-66902 is considered a high severity vulnerability due to the potential for arbitrary command execution.

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How do I fix CVE-2026-66902?

To fix CVE-2026-66902, update Google::Auth to version 0.06 or later.

3

What software is affected by CVE-2026-66902?

CVE-2026-66902 affects Google::Auth versions prior to 0.06.

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What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-66902?

CVE-2026-66902 is a command injection vulnerability triggered by ungated system calls.

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When was CVE-2026-66902 published?

CVE-2026-66902 was published on August 4, 2026.

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