PatchTheCVECVE-2026-113776: virtualenv is a tool for creating isolated virtual python environments
CVE-2026-113776 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting affected software. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
virtualenv is a tool for creating isolated virtual python environments. From 20.26.6 until 21.14.2, ViaTemplateActivator.instantiate_template() replaces placeholders one key at a time across the complete activation template, so trigger names such as __VIRTUAL_NAME__, __VIRTUAL_ENV__, or __VIRTUAL_PROMPT__ inside an already substituted and quoted environment path or prompt can be replaced during a later pass. The later value's quoting can close th
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Last updated 2026-10-22 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Timeline
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Exact fixes by distribution
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Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2026-113776?
No fixed release is listed yet. Watch the vendor advisory and apply any mitigation shown on this page.
Is CVE-2026-113776 being exploited?
CVE-2026-113776 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-2026-113776 affect?
CVE-2026-113776 affects affected software. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). virtualenv is a tool for creating isolated virtual python environments. From 20.26.6 until 21.14.2, ViaTemplateActivator.instantiate_template() replaces placeholders one key at a time across the complete activation template, so trigger name
How urgent is CVE-2026-113776?
Priority 31/100. High severity