PatchTheCVECVE-2026-102141: Two Kiteworks Core cluster-management operations did not validate file paths supplied to them, so an attacker
CVE-2026-102141 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.7) affecting kiteworks. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Two Kiteworks Core cluster-management operations did not validate file paths supplied to them, so an attacker holding root on one node of a cluster could write files as root onto another node and cause them to be executed there. Exploitation requires backend root access on a cluster node and a pending software patch present on the target node.
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
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-2026-102141?
kiteworks: upgrade to 9.5.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2026-102141 being exploited?
CVE-2026-102141 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-2026-102141 affect?
CVE-2026-102141 affects kiteworks. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.7). Two Kiteworks Core cluster-management operations did not validate file paths supplied to them, so an attacker holding root on one node of a cluster could write files as root onto another node and cause them to be executed there. Exploitatio
How urgent is CVE-2026-102141?
Priority 24/100. No elevated risk signals yet.
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