A privilege escalation vulnerability in a script used for network configuration allows a low-privileged local user to execute arbitrary commands as… (CVE-2026-44095)
CVE-2026-44095 is a privilege escalation vulnerability in a network configuration script that allows a low-privileged local user to execute arbitrary commands as root, potentially leading to full system compromise. The vulnerability is categorized under CWE-78 (OS Command Injection). No specific affected versions or patches are currently documented. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability involves a script used for network configuration that improperly handles user input or execution context, enabling a local user with limited privileges to escalate their rights to root by executing arbitrary commands. The vulnerability is classified as a high-severity OS command injection issue (CWE-78). The CVSS 4.0 vector indicates local attack vector with low complexity and no user interaction required, with high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No patch or remediation information is currently available, and no exploits have been reported in the wild.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows a low-privileged local user to execute arbitrary commands as the root user, resulting in full system compromise. This can lead to unauthorized access, data manipulation, and disruption of system operations.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict local user access to trusted individuals and monitor for suspicious activity related to network configuration scripts.
A privilege escalation vulnerability in a script used for network configuration allows a low-privileged local user to execute arbitrary commands as… (CVE-2026-44095)
Description
CVE-2026-44095 is a privilege escalation vulnerability in a network configuration script that allows a low-privileged local user to execute arbitrary commands as root, potentially leading to full system compromise. The vulnerability is categorized under CWE-78 (OS Command Injection). No specific affected versions or patches are currently documented. There are no known exploits in the wild at this time.
CVSS v4.0
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Technical Analysis
This vulnerability involves a script used for network configuration that improperly handles user input or execution context, enabling a local user with limited privileges to escalate their rights to root by executing arbitrary commands. The vulnerability is classified as a high-severity OS command injection issue (CWE-78). The CVSS 4.0 vector indicates local attack vector with low complexity and no user interaction required, with high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No patch or remediation information is currently available, and no exploits have been reported in the wild.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows a low-privileged local user to execute arbitrary commands as the root user, resulting in full system compromise. This can lead to unauthorized access, data manipulation, and disruption of system operations.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict local user access to trusted individuals and monitor for suspicious activity related to network configuration scripts.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-mw8x-6p3j-j9fh
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-44095"]
- Ecosystems
- []
- Database Specific Severity
- HIGH
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
Threat ID: 6a6b72bb9c2644c7f8473cba
Added to database: 07/30/2026, 15:50:19 UTC
Last enriched: 07/30/2026, 20:07:40 UTC
Last updated: 07/31/2026, 03:32:04 UTC
Views: 2
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