How severe is CVE-2026-18994?

CVE-2026-18994 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.1, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability none.

Is CVE-2026-18994 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (1st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2026-18994?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

When was CVE-2026-18994 published?

CVE-2026-18994 was published on 2026-09-10 and last updated on 2026-09-11.

CVE-2026-18994

CVE-2026-18994 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.1. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-926.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.1)
CVSS v4: 8.4
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (1st percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
Weakness: CWE-926
Published: 2026-09-10
Last modified: 2026-09-11

Description

A potential improper authorization vulnerability was reported in the Lenovo File Manager Android Application, distributed exclusively in the Chinese market, that could allow a local authenticated user to read or modify protected files within the application.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-18994?: A potential improper authorization vulnerability was reported in the Lenovo File Manager Android Application, distributed exclusively in the Chinese market, that could allow a local authenticated user to read or modify protected files within the application.
How severe is CVE-2026-18994?: CVE-2026-18994 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.1, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability none.
Is CVE-2026-18994 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (1st percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-18994?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
When was CVE-2026-18994 published?: CVE-2026-18994 was published on 2026-09-10 and last updated on 2026-09-11.

References

https://iknow.lenovo.com.cn/detail/442247

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