CyberRota Analysis
AI-GeneratedA relative path traversal vulnerability in Windows PowerShell enables an authorized attacker to execute arbitrary code remotely, potentially compromising the integrity and confidentiality of affected systems. Organizations using Windows PowerShell should prioritize patching this vulnerability to mitigate the risk of unauthorized code execution and potential data breaches. Immediate action is recommended for environments where PowerShell is utilized for automation or remote management tasks.
CVE
CVE-2026-40400
Severity
HIGH
CVSS
8
EPSS
0.70%
Windows
Original NVD Description
Relative path traversal in Windows PowerShell allows an authorized attacker to execute code over a network.
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