PatchTheCVECVE-2026-18635: Velociraptor's VQL has a query() plugin which allows running a VQL query in a different org or user context
CVE-2026-18635 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.2) affecting affected software. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Velociraptor's VQL has a query() plugin which allows running a VQL query in a different org or user context. To be able to run as a different user, the calling user needs to have the IMPERSONATE permission (usually only given to administrators). Velociraptor versions prior to 0.77.2 evaluate this permission against the caller's org instead of against the target org. This allows an administrator in one org to impersonate another user in another o
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 | 0.5% (top 61%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-863 |
| Published | 2026-08-11 |
| Last modified | 2026-10-23 |
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Exact fixes by distribution
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-2026-18635?
No fixed release is listed yet. Watch the vendor advisory and apply any mitigation shown on this page.
Is CVE-2026-18635 being exploited?
CVE-2026-18635 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-2026-18635 affect?
CVE-2026-18635 affects affected software. Severity is high (CVSS 7.2). Velociraptor's VQL has a query() plugin which allows running a VQL query in a different org or user context. To be able to run as a different user, the calling user needs to have the IMPERSONATE permission (usually only given to administrat
How urgent is CVE-2026-18635?
Priority 35/100. High severity