JetBrains PyCharm <2026.1.4, 2026.2 Arbitrary Exec via Malicious Python
CVE-2026-65908 Published on July 23, 2026
In JetBrains PyCharm before 2026.1.4, 2026.2 arbitrary code execution via malicious Python executable was possible on untrusted project open
Vulnerability Analysis
CVE-2026-65908 is exploitable with local system access, requires user interaction. This vulnerability is considered to have a low attack complexity. The potential impact of an exploit of this vulnerability is considered to have a high impact on confidentiality and integrity, and no impact on availability.
Weakness Type
Inclusion of Functionality from Untrusted Control Sphere
The software imports, requires, or includes executable functionality (such as a library) from a source that is outside of the intended control sphere.
Products Associated with CVE-2026-65908
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Affected Versions
JetBrains PyCharm:- Before 2026.1.4, 2026.2 is affected.