CVE-2026-12268: CWE-20 Improper input validation in Zohocorp DDI Central
ManageEngine DDI Central versions below 6201 are vulnerable to PowerShell command injection in Windows DNS SPF/TXT record push leading to remote code execution.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-12268 describes a vulnerability in ManageEngine DDI Central where improper input validation (CWE-20) enables an attacker to inject PowerShell commands during the process of pushing Windows DNS SPF/TXT records. This injection can result in remote code execution. The vulnerability affects all versions prior to 6201.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to remote code execution with potential full system compromise, impacting confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 8.8 (high), reflecting network attack vector, low attack complexity, required privileges, no user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Mitigation Recommendations
No explicit patch or remediation details are provided in the input data. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict access to the affected service and validate inputs where possible to mitigate risk.
CVE-2026-12268: CWE-20 Improper input validation in Zohocorp DDI Central
Description
ManageEngine DDI Central versions below 6201 are vulnerable to PowerShell command injection in Windows DNS SPF/TXT record push leading to remote code execution.
CVSS v3.1
Score 8.8high
Affected software
Zohocorp
DDI Central
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Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-12268 describes a vulnerability in ManageEngine DDI Central where improper input validation (CWE-20) enables an attacker to inject PowerShell commands during the process of pushing Windows DNS SPF/TXT records. This injection can result in remote code execution. The vulnerability affects all versions prior to 6201.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability can lead to remote code execution with potential full system compromise, impacting confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system. The CVSS v3.1 base score is 8.8 (high), reflecting network attack vector, low attack complexity, required privileges, no user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Mitigation Recommendations
No explicit patch or remediation details are provided in the input data. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict access to the affected service and validate inputs where possible to mitigate risk.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Zohocorp
- Date Reserved
- 2026-06-15T10:38:58.180Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6aba4972f7a7c54106911ce2
Added to database: 09/28/2026, 11:03:14 UTC
Last enriched: 09/28/2026, 11:18:01 UTC
Last updated: 09/29/2026, 02:49:25 UTC
Views: 18
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