CVE-2026-114462: CWE-59 Improper link resolution before file access ('link following') in Velneo vServer
Description
CVE-2026-114462 is a medium severity vulnerability in Velneo vServer involving improper link resolution before file access, also known as 'link following'. It affects versions from 36.0 up to but not including 36.6, and from 37.0 up to but not including 37.2. The vulnerability could allow an attacker with low privileges and partial attack complexity to influence file access behavior. No known exploits are reported in the wild, and no official patch information is provided in the data.
CVSS v4.0
Score 6.0medium
Affected software
Velneo
vServer
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Technical Analysis
This vulnerability (CWE-59) in Velneo vServer arises from improper handling of symbolic links before accessing files, which may lead to unintended file access or manipulation. It affects versions >=36.0 <36.6 and >=37.0 <37.2. The CVSS 4.0 score is 6.0, indicating medium severity, with network attack vector, low attack complexity, partial privileges required, no user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality. The vulnerability is published and assigned by Velneo but no patch or remediation details are provided in the input data.
Potential Impact
An attacker with low privileges could exploit this vulnerability remotely to cause improper file access due to incorrect link resolution, potentially leading to unauthorized information disclosure. The impact is limited to confidentiality with no integrity or availability impact reported. There are no known exploits in the wild.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Since no official patch or fix information is provided, users should monitor Velneo's advisories for updates. Until a fix is available, restrict access to vulnerable versions and limit privileges where possible.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Velneo
- Date Reserved
- 2026-10-21T14:49:51.377Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6ad8dac14d27ba8daaba7ef0
Added to database: 10/21/2026, 15:31:13 UTC
Last enriched: 10/21/2026, 15:46:07 UTC
Last updated: 10/21/2026, 15:46:15 UTC
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