ID:12428 - Exploit for Path traversal in Calibre - CVE-2026-26064

 
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ID:12428 - Exploit for Path traversal in Calibre - CVE-2026-26064

Published: February 20, 2026


Vulnerability identifier: #VU123106
Vulnerability risk: High
CVE-ID: CVE-2026-26064
CWE-ID: CWE-22
Exploitation vector: Remote access
Vulnerable software:
Calibre

Link to public exploit:


Vulnerability description

The vulnerability allows a remote attacker to perform directory traversal attacks.

The vulnerability exists due to input validation error when processing directory traversal sequences within ODT reader. A remote attacker can write arbitrary files on the system, leading to arbitrary code execution.


Remediation

Install updates from vendor's website.