CVE-2026-27636 is a high-severity vulnerability affecting FreeScout help desk software prior to version 1.8.206, allowing authenticated users to achieve Remote Code Execution (RCE). This flaw, categorized as CWE-434, stems from inadequate file upload restrictions that permit dangerous files like .htaccess on Apache servers with `AllowOverride All`. Rated 8.8 CVSS (High), it carries a significant risk of full system compromise with low attack complexity and a network attack vector. While no public exploit code is officially listed, the vulnerability is on the "Hot List" and has generated substantial community discussion, indicating its potential for exploitation.
| Vendor | Product | Version(s) | CPE |
|---|---|---|---|
< 1.8.206CPE matchmatch criteria | cpe:2.3:a:freescout:freescout:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:* |
CVSS version used by this source: 3.1
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
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Remediation records are not available for this CVE.