CVE-2026-65647: CWE-59 Improper Link Resolution Before File Access ('Link Following') in WebPros Plesk Migrator
Description
CVE-2026-65647 is a high-severity vulnerability in WebPros Plesk Migrator involving improper symbolic link resolution before file access. This flaw allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code with root privileges. The vulnerability is categorized under CWE-59, indicating a link following issue. No patch or official remediation has been confirmed yet. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
CVSS v4.0
Score 8.7high
Affected software
WebPros
Plesk Migrator
WebPros
Plesk Site Import
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability arises from improper handling of symbolic links before accessing files in the Plesk Migrator product by WebPros. Remote authenticated attackers can exploit this flaw to execute arbitrary code as the root user, potentially leading to full system compromise. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 8.7, reflecting high impact and exploitability with network attack vector, low attack complexity, no user interaction, and high impacts on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No vendor advisory or patch information is currently available, and the affected versions have not been explicitly stated.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows remote authenticated users to execute arbitrary code with root privileges on the affected system. This can lead to complete system compromise, including unauthorized access, data manipulation, and service disruption.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict access to the Plesk Migrator service to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity related to file access and symbolic link usage.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- hackerone
- Date Reserved
- 2026-07-22T15:00:06.104Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6a8f63b0acd9273b4970b518
Added to database: 08/26/2026, 22:07:44 UTC
Last enriched: 09/09/2026, 14:52:47 UTC
Last updated: 10/09/2026, 06:48:18 UTC
Views: 81
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