CVE-2026-18285 Aeon load_rehab_pile_dataset Deserialization of Untrusted Data Remote Code Execution Vulnerability
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary code by tricking users into opening malicious files in Aeon due to unsafe deserialization.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Local or same network only
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2026-18285?
CVE-2026-18285 is a high-severity unsafe deserialization vulnerability in aeon, published on 20 Aug 2026. It can only be exploited from the same machine or local network, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.
Official description
Aeon load_rehab_pile_dataset Deserialization of Untrusted Data Remote Code Execution Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Aeon. User interaction is required to exploit this vulnerability in that the target must visit a malicious page or open a malicious file.
The specific flaw exists within the load_rehab_pile_dataset method. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of user-supplied data, which can result in deserialization of untrusted data. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute code in the context of the current process. Was ZDI-CAN-28749.
Weakness: CWE-502
Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-18285?
How do I fix CVE-2026-18285?
No fix has been published for CVE-2026-18285 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-2026-18285 being exploited?
There is no known exploitation of CVE-2026-18285 in the wild and no public exploit code.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-88rp-m596-52gg.