Is CVE-2026-56218 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2026-56218 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2026-56218 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2026-56218 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2026-56218?

CVE-2026-56218 has a CVSS score of 5.3 (MEDIUM).

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MEDIUM

CVE-2026-56218

CWE-200Published: June 20, 2026· Updated: Jun 23, 2026

5.3

CVSS v3.1

Official Description

Capgo before 12.128.2 fails to strip EXIF metadata including GPS geolocation data from uploaded images, allowing information disclosure. Attackers can download uploaded images and extract precise latitude and longitude coordinates revealing user physical location at capture time.

NVD Source

Technical Analysis

CVE-2026-56218 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.

The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.

From a weakness classification perspective (CWE-200): Information exposure vulnerabilities leak sensitive data to unauthorized actors.