CVE-2026-63343
Incus path traversal
- Published21 Aug 2026
Description
Incus is a system container and virtual machine manager. Prior to version 7.3.0, a malicious image containing a `metadata.yaml` symlink pointing to an arbitrary host path allows an authenticated Incus user to read or overwrite any file on the host as root via the instance metadata API. The `exec-output` and `templates/` paths were patched in a prior release using `Lstat` rejection and `os.OpenRoot` confinement; `metadata.yaml` was not included in either patch and remains exploitable. Version 7.3.0 patches the issue.
CVSS 3.1 breakdown
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:HRemediation
No fixed version is recorded in the NVD data. Check the vendor advisory for the latest guidance.
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Frequently asked
Is CVE-2026-63343 being actively exploited?
CVE-2026-63343 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.48%.
How severe is CVE-2026-63343?
CVE-2026-63343 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.9, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 0.48% probability of exploitation.
How do I fix CVE-2026-63343?
Apply the vendor's patch or advisory guidance, then verify no affected versions remain across your devices.
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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.