CVE-2026-15531 yashbhalgat HashNeRF-pytorch Checkpoint File run_nerf.py torch.load deserialization
Local attackers can execute arbitrary code via malicious checkpoint files in HashNeRF-pytorch due to unsafe deserialization.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Any signed-in user
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- Not needed
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2026-15531?
CVE-2026-15531 is a medium-severity unsafe deserialization vulnerability in yashbhalgat HashNeRF-pytorch, published on 13 Jul 2026. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, with no action from the victim.
Official description
A vulnerability has been found in yashbhalgat HashNeRF-pytorch up to 82885e698295982504eb6a26d060a6b2473e3706. Affected by this issue is the function torch.load of the file run_nerf.py of the component Checkpoint File Handler. The manipulation of the argument ckpt_path leads to deserialization. The attack must be carried out locally. The exploit has been disclosed to the public and may be used. This product uses a rolling release model to deliver continuous updates. As a result, specific version information for affected or updated releases is not available. The pull request to fix this issue awaits acceptance.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-15531?
How do I fix CVE-2026-15531?
No fix has been published for CVE-2026-15531 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade, and only deserialise data from trusted sources or with an allow-list of types. More about Unsafe deserialization.
Is CVE-2026-15531 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2026-15531 exists.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-9wjg-4fhr-x4rw.