CVE-2026-4980: A local file disclosure vulnerability in the XInclude processing component of Inkscape 1.1 before 1.3 allows a

Routine

MEDIUM 6.3UPGRADE

CVE-2026-4980 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.3) affecting inkscape. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.

A local file disclosure vulnerability in the XInclude processing component of Inkscape 1.1 before 1.3 allows a remote attacker to read local files via a crafted SVG file containing malicious xi:include tags.

Why this priority

Public exploit reference

A fixed release or distro patch exists.

Risk facts

CVSS score	6.3 (Medium)
Attack vector	Local
Attack complexity	Low
Privileges needed	None
User interaction	Required
EPSS exploit chance	0.2% (top 89%)
CISA exploited list	No
Weakness	CWE-611
Published	2026-03-27
Last modified	2026-10-26

Publisher (CNA): GitLab Inc. · Vendor: inkscape

Last updated 2026-10-26 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score

Am I affected?

Timeline

2026-03-27 15:17 UTCPublished CVE record published
2026-10-26 18:17 UTCUpdated Record last modified

inkscape inkscape UPGRADE

Affected: >= 1.1 and < 1.3

Fixed in: 1.3

Safe to downgrade to: a release before 1.1

1. Check installed version

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

2. UPGRADE to 1.3 (Debian / Ubuntu)

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

2. UPGRADE (RHEL / Amazon Linux / Fedora)

sudo dnf upgrade inkscape

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 1.1 (Debian / Ubuntu)

apt-cache madison inkscape sudo apt install inkscape=<VERSION_BEFORE_1.1> sudo apt-mark hold inkscape

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

dnf --showduplicates list inkscape sudo dnf downgrade inkscape-<VERSION_BEFORE_1.1> sudo dnf versionlock add inkscape

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-2026-4980?

inkscape: upgrade to 1.3. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.

Is CVE-2026-4980 being exploited?

CVE-2026-4980 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-2026-4980 affect?

CVE-2026-4980 affects inkscape. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.3). A local file disclosure vulnerability in the XInclude processing component of Inkscape 1.1 before 1.3 allows a remote attacker to read local files via a crafted SVG file containing malicious xi:include tags.

How urgent is CVE-2026-4980?

Priority 30/100. Public exploit reference

References

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