CVE-2026-59792: CWE-23 in JetBrains IntelliJ IDEA
In JetBrains IntelliJ IDEA before 2026.1.4, 2026.2 code execution via path traversal in project workspace ID handling was possible
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-59792 is a critical vulnerability in JetBrains IntelliJ IDEA involving path traversal in the handling of project workspace IDs. This flaw allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by exploiting improper validation of file paths. The vulnerability affects versions prior to 2026.1.4 and the 2026.2 release. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 9.6, indicating high exploitability and severe impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No official remediation or patch information is currently provided by the vendor, and no known exploits are reported in the wild.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to remote code execution without privileges, requiring only user interaction, and can compromise system confidentiality, integrity, and availability. This poses a critical risk to affected systems running vulnerable versions of IntelliJ IDEA.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, users should exercise caution when opening untrusted projects or workspace files. Monitor JetBrains advisories for updates and apply patches promptly once released.
CVE-2026-59792: CWE-23 in JetBrains IntelliJ IDEA
Description
In JetBrains IntelliJ IDEA before 2026.1.4, 2026.2 code execution via path traversal in project workspace ID handling was possible
CVSS v3.1
Score 9.6critical
Affected software
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Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-59792 is a critical vulnerability in JetBrains IntelliJ IDEA involving path traversal in the handling of project workspace IDs. This flaw allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code by exploiting improper validation of file paths. The vulnerability affects versions prior to 2026.1.4 and the 2026.2 release. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 9.6, indicating high exploitability and severe impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No official remediation or patch information is currently provided by the vendor, and no known exploits are reported in the wild.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation can lead to remote code execution without privileges, requiring only user interaction, and can compromise system confidentiality, integrity, and availability. This poses a critical risk to affected systems running vulnerable versions of IntelliJ IDEA.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, users should exercise caution when opening untrusted projects or workspace files. Monitor JetBrains advisories for updates and apply patches promptly once released.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- JetBrains
- Date Reserved
- 2026-07-07T09:41:07.385Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a51062b68715ace43b8481a
Added to database: 07/10/2026, 14:48:11 UTC
Last enriched: 07/10/2026, 15:04:23 UTC
Last updated: 07/10/2026, 18:39:26 UTC
Views: 13
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