Splunk · Splunk Cloud Platform · CVE-2026-20163
**Name of the Vulnerable Software and Affected Versions**
Splunk Enterprise versions prior to 10.2.0, 10.0.4, 9.4.9, and 9.3.10
Splunk Cloud Platform versions prior to 10.2.2510.5, 10.0.2503.12, 10.1.2507.16, and 9.3.2411.124
**Description**
A user with a role containing the `edit cmd` capability can execute arbitrary shell commands. This is possible through the `unarchive cmd` parameter of the `/splunkd/ upload/indexing/preview` REST endpoint. The issue stems from inadequate input sanitization, allowing for remote command execution.
**Recommendations**
Update Splunk Enterprise to version 10.2.0 or later.
Update Splunk Cloud Platform to version 10.2.2510.5 or later.
Remove the `edit cmd` capability from user roles if an immediate update is not possible.