PatchTheCVECVE-2026-53802: rsync before 3.5.0 contains an arbitrary file read vulnerability that allows attackers to read files accessibl
CVE-2026-53802 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.1) affecting rsync. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
rsync before 3.5.0 contains an arbitrary file read vulnerability that allows attackers to read files accessible to the rsync daemon process by exploiting symlink following in input configuration file handling including --files-from, --password-file, and filter merge files. Attackers can place a symlink at a predictable --files-from or --password-file path, or supply a --files-from path that escapes the daemon module root, to read arbitrary files
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.1 (High) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.2% (top 86%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-61 |
| Published | 2026-08-13 |
| Last modified | 2026-10-23 |
Last updated 2026-10-23 · 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-2026-53802?
rsync: upgrade to 3.5.0. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2026-53802 being exploited?
CVE-2026-53802 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-2026-53802 affect?
CVE-2026-53802 affects rsync. Severity is high (CVSS 7.1). rsync before 3.5.0 contains an arbitrary file read vulnerability that allows attackers to read files accessible to the rsync daemon process by exploiting symlink following in input configuration file handling including --files-from, --passw
How urgent is CVE-2026-53802?
Priority 28/100. High severity
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