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CVE-2026-112909: filelock: UnixFileLock truncates and chmods any regular file another user renames or hard-links onto the lock path

MEDIUM CVSS 6.1 EPSS 0.22% Exploit Available

Published: October 28, 2026 | Last Modified: October 28, 2026

Description

filelock: UnixFileLock truncates and chmods any regular file another user renames or hard-links onto the lock path

Ghostwire Analysis — What This Means Practically

Exploitation Probability (EPSS): Low — 0.22% (13th percentile)

Low exploitation probability based on current threat landscape data. Standard patching timeline is appropriate.

This analysis is generated by Ghostwire from NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS, and open-source intelligence data. Verify findings through primary sources before acting.

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