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CVE-2026-44072 · cross-distro fix matrix

CVE-2026-44072: Netatalk 2.2.1 through 4.4.2 calls system() after a failed chdir() without properly handling the error condition, which allows a local privileged user to execute unintended commands or cause a minor s

Affects 1 Linux release across 1 (distro × package) combinations. First disclosed: 2026-05-21.

CVSS v3:LOW · 3(NVD-published)

Fix per ecosystem

Each block below is a distro release where CVE-2026-44072 has a known fix. Run the listed command on that distro to remediate.

Alpine edge

Source: Alpine secdb

  • netatalk→ fixed in4.5.0-r0
    apk update && apk add --upgrade netatalk
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