CVE-2026-65097: CWE-494 Download of Code Without Integrity Check in NVIDIA NemoClaw
Description
NVIDIA NemoClaw for Linux has a vulnerability in its installation scripts that allows downloading code without verifying its integrity. Exploiting this flaw could enable attackers to execute arbitrary code, escalate privileges, disclose information, and tamper with data. The vulnerability is identified as CWE-494 and has a CVSS 3.1 score of 7.5, indicating high severity. No specific affected versions or patches are currently documented.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.5high
Affected software
NVIDIA
NemoClaw
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The vulnerability in NVIDIA NemoClaw's installation scripts involves downloading code without performing an integrity check, classified under CWE-494. This lack of verification can be exploited to introduce malicious code during installation, potentially leading to code execution, privilege escalation, information disclosure, and data tampering. The CVSS 3.1 vector indicates network attack vector, high attack complexity, no privileges required, user interaction required, unchanged scope, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No vendor remediation or patch information is currently available.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation may result in arbitrary code execution, escalation of privileges, unauthorized disclosure of sensitive information, and unauthorized modification of data within the affected system.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, users should exercise caution when running installation scripts and verify the source and integrity of downloaded code where possible.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- nvidia
- Date Reserved
- 2026-07-21T17:05:44.174Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6a8df9b3acd9273b49ac6d2f
Added to database: 08/25/2026, 20:23:15 UTC
Last enriched: 09/10/2026, 01:22:20 UTC
Last updated: 10/08/2026, 18:48:47 UTC
Views: 43
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