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CVE-2026-112772 craftcms CVE debrief
CVE-2026-112772 is a remote code execution vulnerability in Craft CMS versions from 5.0.0 before 5.11.0. Authenticated Control Panel users can exploit this via Asset::getMimeType transforms to escape the Twig sandbox. This allows attackers to attach malicious behaviors or event handlers that execute code as the web user. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 8.7 and is considered HIGH severity. Defenders should assess exposure and prioritize upgrades or mitigations. The CVE record and NVD entry provide details on the vulnerability.
- Vendor
- craftcms
- Product
- cms
- CVSS
- HIGH 8.7
- CISA KEV
- Not listed in stored evidence
- Original CVE published
- 2026-10-19
- Original CVE updated
- 2026-10-20
- Advisory published
- 2026-10-19
- Advisory updated
- 2026-10-20
Who should care
Defenders responsible for Craft CMS installations should assess exposure and prioritize upgrades or mitigations. This includes verifying the version of Craft CMS and checking for any potential vulnerabilities. Defenders should also review compensating controls for exposed systems and monitor for suspicious activity.
Why it matters
CVE-2026-112772 is a remote code execution vulnerability in Craft CMS versions from 5.0.0 before 5.11.0. Defenders should prioritize verifying exposure and upgrading to version 5.11.0 or later.
- Potential code execution as web user
- Escalation of privileges for authenticated users
- Possible malicious behavior or event handler attachment
Technical summary
The vulnerability allows authenticated Control Panel users to escape the Twig sandbox via Asset::getMimeType transforms, enabling attackers to attach malicious behaviors or event handlers that execute code as the web user. This is a remote code execution vulnerability in Craft CMS versions from 5.0.0 before 5.11.0. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 8.7 and is considered HIGH severity. The CVE record and NVD entry provide details on the vulnerability, but defenders should verify exposure and prioritize upgrades or mitigations.
Defensive priority
Defenders should prioritize verifying exposure of Craft CMS installations and upgrading to version 5.11.0 or later. Inventory checks and monitoring for suspicious activity are recommended.
Recommended defensive actions
- Verify Craft CMS installations for exposure
- Upgrade to version 5.11.0 or later
- Monitor for suspicious activity
- Review compensating controls for exposed systems
- Check relevant monitoring, detection, and logs for exposed assets
- Track exceptions and retest remediated assets
- Plan vendor-supported updates or mitigations through normal change control
Evidence notes
The CVE record and NVD entry provide details on the vulnerability. However, the scope of affected versions and potential impact require verification from official sources. The vulnerability allows authenticated Control Panel users to escape the Twig sandbox via Asset::getMimeType transforms, enabling attackers to attach malicious behaviors or event handlers that execute code as the web user. The CVE Program record and NVD detail page are official sources that provide information on the vulnerability.
Sources and references
Verified primary and authoritative sources
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CVE-2026-112772 CVE Program record
Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified
URL: https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-112772
CVE Program - Official CVE Program record with source-provided CVE metadata.
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CVE-2026-112772 NVD vulnerability detail
Publisher, destination, and source semantics verified
URL: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-112772
NIST National Vulnerability Database - Official NIST NVD detail page and source-specific vulnerability assessment.
Supplemental references
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Source reference
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://github.com/craftcms/cms/security/advisories/GHSA-qm9x-rmcj-h2rc
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Source reference
Unverified legacy reference
URL: https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/craft-cms-5.0.0-before-5.11.0-rce-via-asset-getmimetype-transform-injection
Methodology and review provenance
AI-assisted synthesis based on stored public vulnerability evidence. System validation, approval state, and publication status do not by themselves establish human review of this revision. PatchSiren helps prioritize defensive review and does not prove exposure or remediation on any system.