CVE-2026-115805
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Improper Path Handling in Rapid7 Insight Agent Leads to Privilege Escalation

Publication date: 2026-10-29

Last updated on: 2026-10-29

Assigner: Rapid7, Inc.

Description
Improper handling of local filesystem paths in Rapid7 Insight Agent on Linux and macOS may allow authenticated local users to gain elevated privileges. Exploitation requires existing local access and depends on the Agent's inventory collection processing the crafted path.

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Published
2026-10-29
Last Modified
2026-10-29
Generated
2026-10-29
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2026-10-29
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-115805
EUVD
EUVD-2026-113221

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Rapid7 Insight Agent 0

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CWE-78 The product constructs all or part of an OS command using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the intended OS command when it is sent to a downstream component.

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Executive Summary

This vulnerability involves improper handling of local filesystem paths in Rapid7 Insight Agent on Linux and macOS. It allows authenticated local users to escalate privileges by exploiting crafted paths during the Agent's inventory collection process.

Impact Analysis

If exploited, this vulnerability could allow an attacker with existing local access to gain higher privileges on the system, potentially leading to unauthorized control or data access.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the Rapid7 Insight Agent to the latest version to address the improper path handling issue. Ensure only trusted users have local access to systems running the agent. Monitor inventory collection logs for suspicious path patterns.

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