CVE-2026-8637: CWE-427: Uncontrolled Search Path Element in Lenovo LanSchool Classic
A potential uncontrolled search path vulnerability was reported in the LanSchool Classic client application that could allow a local authenticated user to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The vulnerability CVE-2026-8637 in Lenovo LanSchool Classic is an uncontrolled search path element issue (CWE-427) that permits a local authenticated user to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges. This occurs because the application improperly controls the search path for loading resources or executables, potentially allowing malicious code to be loaded and executed. The CVSS 4.0 vector indicates the attack requires local access with low complexity, no user interaction, and privileges are required but can lead to high confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact. No vendor advisory or patch information is currently available.
Potential Impact
If exploited, a local authenticated attacker could execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges, potentially compromising system confidentiality, integrity, and availability. This could lead to unauthorized control over the affected system or application. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, limit local authenticated access to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity related to LanSchool Classic. Avoid running the application with unnecessary elevated privileges if possible.
CVE-2026-8637: CWE-427: Uncontrolled Search Path Element in Lenovo LanSchool Classic
Description
A potential uncontrolled search path vulnerability was reported in the LanSchool Classic client application that could allow a local authenticated user to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges.
CVSS v4.0
Score 8.5high
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The vulnerability CVE-2026-8637 in Lenovo LanSchool Classic is an uncontrolled search path element issue (CWE-427) that permits a local authenticated user to execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges. This occurs because the application improperly controls the search path for loading resources or executables, potentially allowing malicious code to be loaded and executed. The CVSS 4.0 vector indicates the attack requires local access with low complexity, no user interaction, and privileges are required but can lead to high confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact. No vendor advisory or patch information is currently available.
Potential Impact
If exploited, a local authenticated attacker could execute arbitrary code with elevated privileges, potentially compromising system confidentiality, integrity, and availability. This could lead to unauthorized control over the affected system or application. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, limit local authenticated access to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity related to LanSchool Classic. Avoid running the application with unnecessary elevated privileges if possible.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- lenovo
- Date Reserved
- 2026-05-14T19:39:23.525Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a2979aec9170919df2db22c
Added to database: 06/10/2026, 14:50:22 UTC
Last enriched: 06/17/2026, 16:09:19 UTC
Last updated: 07/24/2026, 08:52:05 UTC
Views: 84
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