Skip to main content
EPSS 0.2%top 96%

CVE-2026-15994: CWE-59: Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following') in Lenovo Commercial Vantage

0
High
Published: 08/13/2026 (08/13/2026, 14:53:05 UTC)
Source: CVE Database V5
Vendor/Project: Lenovo
Product: Commercial Vantage

Description

During an internal security assessment, an improper link following vulnerability was identified in Lenovo Vantage and Lenovo Commercial Vantage that could allow a local authenticated user to execute code with elevated privileges.

CVSS v4.0

Score 7.3high

Attack Vector
Local
Attack Complexity
Low
Attack Requirements
Present
Privileges Required
Low
User Interaction
None
Vuln. Confidentiality
High
Vuln. Integrity
High
Vuln. Availability
High
Subsq. Confidentiality
None
Subsq. Integrity
None
Subsq. Availability
None
CVSS:4.0/AV:L/AC:L/AT:P/PR:L/UI:N/VC:H/VI:H/VA:H/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N

Affected software

Lenovo

Commercial Vantage

Affected versions
>=0 <20.2026.20.0

Lenovo

Vantage

Affected versions
>=0 <10.2606.12

AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 08/13/2026, 15:57:29 UTC

Technical Analysis

This vulnerability in Lenovo Commercial Vantage involves improper link following (CWE-59), which can be exploited by a local authenticated user to execute code with elevated privileges. The flaw arises from the software incorrectly resolving symbolic links before accessing files, potentially allowing privilege escalation. The issue was discovered during an internal security assessment and has been assigned CVE-2026-15994. No vendor advisory or patch information is currently available.

Potential Impact

A local authenticated user could exploit this vulnerability to execute code with elevated privileges on the affected system, potentially leading to unauthorized actions beyond their normal permissions. The vulnerability does not require user interaction and has low attack complexity, but it requires local access and privileges to initiate the attack.

Mitigation Recommendations

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, limit local user privileges and monitor for suspicious activity related to file access and symbolic link usage.

Pro Console: star threats, build custom feeds, automate alerts via Slack, email & webhooks.Upgrade to Pro

Technical Details

Data Version
5.2
Assigner Short Name
lenovo
Date Reserved
2026-07-16T21:04:52.830Z
Cvss Version
4.0
State
PUBLISHED

Threat ID: 6a7ddec3bf8831d5395cfc14

Added to database: 08/13/2026, 15:12:03 UTC

Last enriched: 08/13/2026, 15:57:29 UTC

Last updated: 09/26/2026, 01:47:40 UTC

Views: 24

Community Reviews

0 reviews

Crowdsource mitigation strategies, share intel context, and vote on the most helpful responses. Sign in to add your voice and help keep defenders ahead.

Sort by
Loading community insights…

Want to contribute mitigation steps or threat intel context? Sign in or create an account to join the community discussion.

Actions

PRO

Updates to AI analysis require Pro Console access. Upgrade inside Console → Billing.

Please log in to the Console to use AI analysis features.

Need more coverage?

Upgrade to Pro Console for AI refresh and higher limits.

For incident response and remediation, OffSeq services can help resolve threats faster.

Latest Threats

Breach by OffSeqOFFSEQFRIENDS — 25% OFF

Check if your credentials are on the dark web

Instant breach scanning across billions of leaked records. Free tier available.

Scan now
OffSeq TrainingCredly Certified

Lead Pen Test Professional

Technical5-day eLearningPECB Accredited
View courses