CVE-2026-2490
Information Disclosure via Symbolic Link in RustDesk Windows Client
Publication date: 2026-02-20
Last updated on: 2026-02-20
Assigner: Zero Day Initiative
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| rustdesk | client | * |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-59 | The product attempts to access a file based on the filename, but it does not properly prevent that filename from identifying a link or shortcut that resolves to an unintended resource. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability exists in the RustDesk Client for Windows, specifically in its Transfer File feature. It allows a local attacker who can execute low-privileged code on the target system to disclose sensitive information. The attacker can upload a symbolic link to abuse the service and read arbitrary files on the system, potentially accessing information with SYSTEM-level privileges.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can lead to sensitive information disclosure on affected systems. Since an attacker can read arbitrary files with SYSTEM-level context, this could expose confidential data, system files, or other protected information, potentially compromising the security and privacy of the affected system.
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