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HIGH

CVE-2026-66140

CVSS v3

8.4

HIGH

EPSS Score

0.4 %

exploit probability, as of 2026-09-25

CISA KEV

No

known exploited

Exploitation

—

SSVC status

Description

Exim before 4.99.5 allows directory traversal to access files outside of the spool area, and consequently gain privileges, because arguments related to queue-name are mishandled.

Technical details

Published
2026-07-24
Last Modified
2026-07-24

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-66140?

Exim before 4.99.5 allows directory traversal to access files outside of the spool area, and consequently gain privileges, because arguments related to queue-name are mishandled.

Is CVE-2026-66140 actively exploited?

Active exploitation of CVE-2026-66140 has not been confirmed. Its EPSS score was 0.4% on 2026-09-25, the estimated probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What is the CVSS score for CVE-2026-66140?

CVE-2026-66140 has a CVSS v3 base score of 8.4 (HIGH severity).

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