File Processing Vulnerability in lamaalrajih kicad-mcp
CVE-2026-15528

4.8MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Lamaalrajih

Status
Kicad-mcp
Vendor
CVE Published:
13 July 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-15528?

A vulnerability has been identified in the lamaalrajih kicad-mcp project that affects the processing of certain files, specifically within the path_validator.py script. The flaw arises from the mishandling of input arguments related to project paths and schematic paths, leading to a failure in the protection mechanisms designed to safeguard the application. This vulnerability requires local access to exploit, making it critical for users to ensure their environments are secure. Despite the project's team being notified of this issue through an early report, there has been no public response or patch released as of now.

Affected Version(s)

kicad-mcp 3.3.0

kicad-mcp 3.3.1

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2026-15528 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/377866
vdb-entrytechnical-description
https://vuldb.com/vuln/377866/cti
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https://vuldb.com/cve/CVE-2026-15528
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
4.8
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
None
Availability:
None
Attack Vector:
Local
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Mcfly_Zhang (VulDB User)
VulDB CNA Team
.