PatchTheCVECVE-2026-48097: NexTor IP Changer is a command-line tool that leverages the Tor network to periodically rotate a user's IP add
CVE-2026-48097 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.
NexTor IP Changer is a command-line tool that leverages the Tor network to periodically rotate a user's IP address. Versions prior to 2.0.0 have a command execution vulnerability due to unsafe use of `shell=True` with commands that rely on executable resolution through the `PATH` environment variable. An attacker controlling the execution environment can place malicious executables such as sudo earlier in the `PATH`, resulting in execution of att
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Last updated 2026-10-23 · 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-2026-48097?
No fixed release is listed yet. Watch the vendor advisory and apply any mitigation shown on this page.
Is CVE-2026-48097 being exploited?
CVE-2026-48097 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-2026-48097 affect?
CVE-2026-48097 affects affected software. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). NexTor IP Changer is a command-line tool that leverages the Tor network to periodically rotate a user's IP address. Versions prior to 2.0.0 have a command execution vulnerability due to unsafe use of `shell=True` with commands that rely on
How urgent is CVE-2026-48097?
Priority 31/100. High severity