CVE-2026-60062: The NGINX Agent config_dirs directive allows a low-privileged attacker to gain limited read and write access t
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CVE-2026-60062 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.4) affecting nginx agent, nginx instance manager. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
The NGINX Agent config_dirs directive allows a low-privileged attacker to gain limited read and write access to files outside of the designated secure directory. The config_dirs directive required for this issue can also be configured through NGINX Instance Manager. A successful exploit may allow an attacker to cross a security boundary.
Impact:
A remotely authenticated low-privileged attacker could gain limited read and write access outside of
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.
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Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2026-60062?
nginx agent: upgrade to 2.46.7; nginx instance manager: upgrade to 2.22.2. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2026-60062 being exploited?
CVE-2026-60062 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-2026-60062 affect?
CVE-2026-60062 affects nginx agent, nginx instance manager. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.4). The NGINX Agent config_dirs directive allows a low-privileged attacker to gain limited read and write access to files outside of the designated secure directory. The config_dirs directive required for this issue can also be configured throu
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