PatchTheCVECVE-2026-35372: A logic error in the ln utility of uutils coreutils allows the utility to dereference a symbolic link target e
CVE-2026-35372 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 5.0) affecting coreutils. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
A logic error in the ln utility of uutils coreutils allows the utility to dereference a symbolic link target even when the --no-dereference (or -n) flag is explicitly provided. The implementation previously only honored the "no-dereference" intent if the --force (overwrite) mode was also enabled. This flaw causes ln to follow a symbolic link that points to a directory and create new links inside that target directory instead of treating the symbo
Why this priority
- No elevated risk signals yet
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 5.0 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | Required |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.1% (top 97%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-61 |
| Published | 2026-04-22 |
| Last modified | 2026-10-26 |
Last updated 2026-10-26 · 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-2026-35372?
coreutils: upgrade to 0.8.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2026-35372 being exploited?
CVE-2026-35372 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-2026-35372 affect?
CVE-2026-35372 affects coreutils. Severity is medium (CVSS 5.0). A logic error in the ln utility of uutils coreutils allows the utility to dereference a symbolic link target even when the --no-dereference (or -n) flag is explicitly provided. The implementation previously only honored the "no-dereference"
How urgent is CVE-2026-35372?
Priority 18/100. No elevated risk signals yet.
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