CVE-2026-51400: n/a
A vulnerability in Vim Project versions 9.2.0389 and earlier allows a local attacker to execute arbitrary code via the vms_fixfilename() function in the source file vim/src/os_vms.c. The issue is identified as CWE-401 and has a high severity with a CVSS score of 8.4. No official patch or remediation information is currently provided.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-51400 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting Vim Project versions prior to 9.2.0389. It allows a local attacker to execute arbitrary code by exploiting a flaw in the vms_fixfilename() function within the file vim/src/os_vms.c. The vulnerability is categorized under CWE-401, indicating a potential resource management error. The CVSS v3.1 vector indicates low attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow a local attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system, potentially leading to full compromise of the affected Vim environment. The high CVSS score reflects significant impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. No official fix or temporary workaround has been provided at this time.
CVE-2026-51400: n/a
Description
A vulnerability in Vim Project versions 9.2.0389 and earlier allows a local attacker to execute arbitrary code via the vms_fixfilename() function in the source file vim/src/os_vms.c. The issue is identified as CWE-401 and has a high severity with a CVSS score of 8.4. No official patch or remediation information is currently provided.
CVSS v3.1
Score 8.4high
Affected software
Run on your own infrastructure? Check whether these packages are installed with threat-finder — our free open-source scanner.
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-51400 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting Vim Project versions prior to 9.2.0389. It allows a local attacker to execute arbitrary code by exploiting a flaw in the vms_fixfilename() function within the file vim/src/os_vms.c. The vulnerability is categorized under CWE-401, indicating a potential resource management error. The CVSS v3.1 vector indicates low attack complexity, no privileges required, no user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow a local attacker to execute arbitrary code on the affected system, potentially leading to full compromise of the affected Vim environment. The high CVSS score reflects significant impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. No official fix or temporary workaround has been provided at this time.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- mitre
- Date Reserved
- 2026-06-07T00:00:00.000Z
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6a72559fbf8831d53976f804
Added to database: 08/04/2026, 21:11:59 UTC
Last enriched: 08/12/2026, 15:24:56 UTC
Last updated: 09/18/2026, 10:01:32 UTC
Views: 48
Community Reviews
0 reviewsCrowdsource mitigation strategies, share intel context, and vote on the most helpful responses. Sign in to add your voice and help keep defenders ahead.
Want to contribute mitigation steps or threat intel context? Sign in or create an account to join the community discussion.
Actions
Updates to AI analysis require Pro Console access. Upgrade inside Console → Billing.
External Links
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
Check if your credentials are on the dark web
Instant breach scanning across billions of leaked records. Free tier available.