A vulnerability in AnyDesk's handling of screen recording files allows local attackers with low-privileged code execution to create a… (CVE-2026-15681)
A vulnerability in AnyDesk's handling of screen recording files allows local attackers with low-privileged code execution to create a denial-of-service condition. The flaw involves creating junctions to abuse the service into creating arbitrary files, leading to service disruption.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-15681 is a local denial-of-service vulnerability in AnyDesk related to screen recording file handling. An attacker with the ability to execute low-privileged code can create junctions that cause the service to generate arbitrary files, resulting in denial-of-service. This issue is categorized under CWE-59 (Improper Link Resolution). The vulnerability does not impact confidentiality or integrity but causes availability disruption. No patches or vendor advisories are currently provided, and no known exploits are reported in the wild.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability allows local attackers to cause a denial-of-service condition on affected AnyDesk installations by abusing the screen recording file handling mechanism. There is no impact on confidentiality or integrity, but availability is affected, potentially disrupting service functionality.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict local code execution privileges and monitor for suspicious activity related to file system junctions to reduce risk.
A vulnerability in AnyDesk's handling of screen recording files allows local attackers with low-privileged code execution to create a… (CVE-2026-15681)
Description
A vulnerability in AnyDesk's handling of screen recording files allows local attackers with low-privileged code execution to create a denial-of-service condition. The flaw involves creating junctions to abuse the service into creating arbitrary files, leading to service disruption.
CVSS v3.0
Score 4.7medium
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-15681 is a local denial-of-service vulnerability in AnyDesk related to screen recording file handling. An attacker with the ability to execute low-privileged code can create junctions that cause the service to generate arbitrary files, resulting in denial-of-service. This issue is categorized under CWE-59 (Improper Link Resolution). The vulnerability does not impact confidentiality or integrity but causes availability disruption. No patches or vendor advisories are currently provided, and no known exploits are reported in the wild.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability allows local attackers to cause a denial-of-service condition on affected AnyDesk installations by abusing the screen recording file handling mechanism. There is no impact on confidentiality or integrity, but availability is affected, potentially disrupting service functionality.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict local code execution privileges and monitor for suspicious activity related to file system junctions to reduce risk.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-fxcj-7h34-wrrr
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-15681"]
- Ecosystems
- []
- Database Specific Severity
- MODERATE
- Cvss Version
- 3.0
Threat ID: 6a55ff8668715ace432f451f
Added to database: 07/14/2026, 09:21:10 UTC
Last enriched: 07/14/2026, 09:43:42 UTC
Last updated: 07/31/2026, 19:22:57 UTC
Views: 8
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