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CVE-2026-6851: An Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') vulnerability in the File Shredder module as used in...

MEDIUM CVSS 0.0 Exploit Available

Published: July 14, 2026 | Last Modified: July 14, 2026

Description

An Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') vulnerability in the File Shredder module as used in Bitdefender Total Security and Internet Security on Windows allows a less-privileged local user to elevate rights by leveraging a race conditions via Symbolic Links. This issue affects Total Security: before 27.0.58.315; Internet Security: before 27.0.58.315.

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