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Debian Linux: Unprivileged users may bypass file access controls
DEBIAN-CVE-2026-5278
Summary
An issue has been found in the Debian Linux distribution that allows unprivileged users to access files they shouldn't be able to access. This could potentially allow unauthorized access to sensitive data. To mitigate this issue, update your Debian installation to the latest version.
What to do
No fix is available yet. Check with your software vendor for updates.
Affected software
| Vendor | Product | Affected versions | Fix available |
|---|---|---|---|
| debian | chromium | All versions | – |
| debian | chromium | All versions | – |
| debian | chromium | All versions | – |
| debian | chromium | All versions | – |
Original title
DEBIAN-CVE-2026-5278
- https://security-tracker.debian.org/tracker/CVE-2026-5278 Vendor Advisory
Published: 1 Apr 2026 · Updated: 1 Apr 2026 · First seen: 1 Apr 2026