# CVE-2026-48120: 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.

- Web page: https://patchblox.com/security/cve/CVE-2026-48120
- Priority: High
- CVSS: 8.6 (high)
- EPSS: 0.0020
- CISA KEV: not listed
- Exploited (vendor report): no
- Publicly disclosed: no
- Published: Aug 7, 2026

## Description

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

| Platform | Product | Fixed in | Fix | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | kakoune Debian 14 | 2026.05.21-1 | [DEBIAN-CVE-2026-48120](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/linux/debian-cve-2026-48120.md) | Aug 13, 2026 |

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