CVE-2025-41266: CWE-78 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') in Waterfall WF-500
Nozomi Networks Labs identified a CWE-78: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') in the Administration WebUI in Waterfall WF-500 TX Host in version 7.9.1.0 R2502171040 that allows remote authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary operating system commands on the WF-500 TX Host.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability (CVE-2025-41266) affects Waterfall WF-500 TX Host version 7.9.1.0 and involves improper neutralization of special elements used in OS commands within the Administration WebUI. Authenticated remote attackers can exploit this flaw to execute arbitrary OS commands on the device, potentially compromising system integrity and control. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 8.6, reflecting high severity with network attack vector, low attack complexity, and no user interaction required. No vendor advisory or patch information is currently available.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows remote authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary operating system commands on the WF-500 TX Host, which could lead to full system compromise or unauthorized control of the device. This poses a significant risk to the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict administrative access to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity related to the Administration WebUI. Avoid exposing the management interface to untrusted networks.
CVE-2025-41266: CWE-78 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') in Waterfall WF-500
Description
Nozomi Networks Labs identified a CWE-78: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') in the Administration WebUI in Waterfall WF-500 TX Host in version 7.9.1.0 R2502171040 that allows remote authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary operating system commands on the WF-500 TX Host.
CVSS v4.0
Score 8.6high
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability (CVE-2025-41266) affects Waterfall WF-500 TX Host version 7.9.1.0 and involves improper neutralization of special elements used in OS commands within the Administration WebUI. Authenticated remote attackers can exploit this flaw to execute arbitrary OS commands on the device, potentially compromising system integrity and control. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 8.6, reflecting high severity with network attack vector, low attack complexity, and no user interaction required. No vendor advisory or patch information is currently available.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows remote authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary operating system commands on the WF-500 TX Host, which could lead to full system compromise or unauthorized control of the device. This poses a significant risk to the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is released, restrict administrative access to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity related to the Administration WebUI. Avoid exposing the management interface to untrusted networks.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Nozomi
- Date Reserved
- 2025-04-16T09:53:41.253Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a197d16e29bf47b50e0e3e5
Added to database: 5/29/2026, 11:48:38 AM
Last enriched: 5/29/2026, 12:05:03 PM
Last updated: 5/31/2026, 4:52:50 AM
Views: 6
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