PatchTheCVECVE-2026-102099: Kiteworks Core before version 9.5.0 is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Write
CVE-2026-102099 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.2) affecting kiteworks. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Kiteworks Core before version 9.5.0 is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Write. An improper restriction of a user-supplied file path in a Kiteworks administrative export feature could allow an authenticated administrator to write a file to an arbitrary location on the underlying host, potentially leading to command execution on the appliance. Exploitation requires an existing, authenticated administrative account with access to the affected export fun
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.2 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | High |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 2.0% (top 20%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-22 |
| Published | 2026-09-30 |
| Last modified | 2026-10-07 |
Last updated 2026-10-07 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2026-102099?
kiteworks: upgrade to 9.5.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2026-102099 being exploited?
CVE-2026-102099 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2026-102099 affect?
CVE-2026-102099 affects kiteworks. Severity is high (CVSS 7.2). Kiteworks Core before version 9.5.0 is vulnerable to Arbitrary File Write. An improper restriction of a user-supplied file path in a Kiteworks administrative export feature could allow an authenticated administrator to write a file to an ar
How urgent is CVE-2026-102099?
Priority 45/100. High severity
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