How serious is CVE-2026-2251?

This vulnerability has a CVSS score of 9.8 out of 10, classified as CRITICAL severity. Proof-of-concept exploit code is publicly available, making this an active threat.

Is there exploit code available for CVE-2026-2251?

Yes, proof-of-concept exploit code for CVE-2026-2251 is publicly available on GitHub and security research platforms. This increases the risk of active exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2026-2251?

CVE-2026-2251 affects xerox freeflow core. Check the full CVE details for specific version information.

How do I fix CVE-2026-2251?

To remediate CVE-2026-2251, check for security patches from xerox. Apply all available updates and security patches. If no patch is available, implement recommended workarounds or security controls to mitigate the risk.

CVE-2026-2251

Critical

|9.8

Exploit Available

Plain English Summary

AI-powered analysis for quick understanding

This vulnerability allows an attacker to access unauthorized files on the system, potentially leading to remote code execution, which means they could run malicious software on the affected Xerox FreeFlow Core software. It affects versions up to 8.0.7, so upgrading to version 8.1.0 is crucial to protect against this risk.

Technical Description

Improper limitation of a pathname to a restricted directory (Path Traversal) vulnerability in Xerox FreeFlow Core allows unauthorized path traversal leading to RCE. This issue affects Xerox FreeFlow Core versions up to and including 8.0.7. Please consider upgrading to FreeFlow Core version 8.1.0 via the software available on - https://www.support.xerox.com/en-us/product/core/downloads https://www.support.xerox.com/en-us/product/core/downloads

CVSS Vector Analysis

Attack VectorNetwork

Attack ComplexityLow

Privileges RequiredNone

User InteractionNone

Confidentiality ImpactHigh

Integrity ImpactHigh

Availability ImpactHigh

ScopeUnchanged

Vector String

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Exploit Resources

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Official References

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Est. Bounty

$13,000($5K-$15K)

Vendor Response

Grade APatched in 3 days

Quick Information

Published

Feb 27, 2026

about 1 month ago

Last Modified

Mar 2, 2026

about 1 month ago

Vendor

xerox

Product

freeflow core

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