LOW
CVE-2026-3479
CWE-22Published: March 18, 2026· Updated: Mar 19, 2026
2.1
CVSS v3.1
EPSS:0.02%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:4.6th
Official Description
pkgutil.get_data() did not validate the resource argument as documented, allowing path traversals.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-3479 requires local access, meaning attackers must already have a foothold on the target system.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploitability
Attack VectorLocal
Attack ComplexityLow
Privileges Req.None
User InteractionNone
ScopeX
Impact
Confidentiality
Integrity
Availability
CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:P/PR:N/UI:N/VC:N/VI:L/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:X/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:X
Exploit & PoC Resources
NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time
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Quick Facts
CVE IDCVE-2026-3479
CVSS Score2.1 / 10
SeverityLOW
WeaknessCWE-22
CISA KEVNo
EPSS (30d)0.02%
PublishedMar 18, 2026
Related CVEs (CWE-22)
Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2026-3479 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts
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