CVE-2026-84233
A flaw was found in rpm. A local attacker could supply a specially crafted `.gem` filename containing RPM macro syntax. When a user or automated workflow invokes `rpmuncompress -x` on this file, the macro expansion occurs during command construction. This allows the attacker to execute arbitrary commands with the privileges of the invoking account, leading to a compromise of confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
- Published Sep 1, 2026
- CVSS 7.0 high
- 0.2% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days (EPSS)
- A fix is available