kakoune: Kakoune is a code editor
CVE-2026-48120 is fixed in kakoune on 1 platform by DEBIAN-CVE-2026-48120 (version 2026.05.21-1), released August 13, 2026. It is not reported as exploited. Patch Radar priority: High.
Kakoune is a code editor. Prior to version 2026.05.21, the bundled, enabled by default, `autorestore.kak` script can be exploited by malicious backup files leading to arbitrary kakoune and shell commands being executed by simply opening a file. Kakoune 2026.05.21 fixes the issue. As a workaround, add `autorestore-disable` to the user kakrc will disable the autorestore feature.
Where it's fixed
| Product | Fixed in | Fix | Released |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | |||
| kakoune · Debian 14 | 2026.05.21-1 | DEBIAN-CVE-2026-48120 | Aug 13, 2026 |
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