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OpenSSH may store file in wrong folder when copying remotely

published 4 months ago
Summary

The OpenSSH package used in Azure can put a copied file into the parent directory instead of the target directory when transferring between two remote machines. This could lead to files being misplaced or overwritten, potentially causing data loss or exposure. Upgrade OpenSSH to version 9.8p1-9 or later to prevent this behavior.

What to do
  • Update azure openssh to version 9.8p1-9.
Affected software
Ecosystem VendorProductAffected versions
Azure Linux:3 azure openssh < 9.8p1-9
Fix: upgrade to 9.8p1-9
Original advisory text
CVE-2026-59996 affecting package openssh for versions less than 9.8p1-9
scp in OpenSSH before 10.4 may place a file in the parent directory of an intended directory when the copy occurs between two remote destinations.
Timeline
Published8 Jul 2026
Updated23 Sep 2026
First seen23 Sep 2026
Sources
AZL-92039 · OSV
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