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CVE-2026-2251

Xerox Freeflow Core path traversal

9.8 CRITICALEPSS 0.40%
  1. Published27 Feb 2026

Description

Improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory (Path Traversal) vulnerability in Xerox FreeFlow Core allows unauthorized path traversal leading to RCE. This issue affects Xerox FreeFlow Core versions up to and including 8.0.7. Please consider upgrading to FreeFlow Core version 8.1.0 via the software available on - https://www.support.xerox.com/en-us/product/core/downloads https://www.support.xerox.com/en-us/product/core/downloads

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredNone
User interactionNone
ScopeUnchanged
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected products

Xerox Freeflow Core< 8.1.0

Remediation

Fixed in
Xerox Freeflow Core≥ 8.1.0

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Frequently asked

Is CVE-2026-2251 being actively exploited?

CVE-2026-2251 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.40%.

How severe is CVE-2026-2251?

CVE-2026-2251 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 0.40% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2026-2251?

Affected products include Xerox Freeflow Core.

How do I fix CVE-2026-2251?

Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Xerox Freeflow Core 8.1.0 or later, then confirm no affected versions remain in your inventory.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.