CVE-2026-27893: vLLM is an inference and serving engine for large language models (LLMs)

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HIGH 8.8UPGRADE

CVE-2026-27893 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.8) affecting vllm. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

vLLM is an inference and serving engine for large language models (LLMs). Starting in version 0.10.1 and prior to version 0.18.0, two model implementation files hardcode `trust_remote_code=True` when loading sub-components, bypassing the user's explicit `--trust-remote-code=False` security opt-out. This enables remote code execution via malicious model repositories even when the user has explicitly disabled remote code trust. Version 0.18.0 patch

Why this priority

High severity

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	8.8 (High)
Attack vector	Network (remote)
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	None
User interaction	Required
EPSS exploit chance	1.4% (top 28%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-693, CWE-501
Published	2026-03-27
Last modified	2026-07-21

Publisher (CNA): GitHub, Inc. · Vendor: vllm

Last updated 2026-07-21 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2026-03-27 00:16 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-07-21 12:17 UTCUpdated Record last modified

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Affected: >= 0.10.1 and < 0.18.0

Fixed in: 0.18.0

Safe to downgrade to: a release before 0.10.1

1. Check installed version

apt-cache policy vllm || rpm -q vllm || vllm --version

2. UPGRADE to 0.18.0 (Debian / Ubuntu)

sudo apt update && sudo apt install --only-upgrade vllm

2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

sudo dnf upgrade vllm

Note

Distros often backport fixes without changing the version number. Confirm with the distro advisory or changelog.

3. If no update is available yet, DOWNGRADE to a release before 0.10.1 (Debian / Ubuntu)

apt-cache madison vllm sudo apt install vllm=<VERSION_BEFORE_0.10.1> sudo apt-mark hold vllm

3. If no update is available yet, DOWNGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

dnf --showduplicates list vllm sudo dnf downgrade vllm-<VERSION_BEFORE_0.10.1> sudo dnf versionlock add vllm

Downgrade risk

Downgrading can break dependent software and may reopen older bugs. Read the distro advisory first and test on a non-production host.

After downgrade

Restart the service, and keep the package held until a fixed release ships.

Verify at the official source NVD · CVE Program · Report a problem with this page
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-2026-27893?

vllm: upgrade to 0.18.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2026-27893 being exploited?

CVE-2026-27893 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-2026-27893 affect?

CVE-2026-27893 affects vllm. Severity is high (CVSS 8.8). vLLM is an inference and serving engine for large language models (LLMs). Starting in version 0.10.1 and prior to version 0.18.0, two model implementation files hardcode `trust_remote_code=True` when loading sub-components, bypassing the us

How urgent is CVE-2026-27893?

Priority 49/100. High severity

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