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CVE-2026-26793: GL-iNet GL-AR300M16 · Command Injection

Source CVE Database V5

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Not known to be exploited · CVSS 9.8 Critical.

Data as of 26 Oct 2026, 14:05 UTC

CVSS 3.1 base score
9.8Critical
How severe the flaw is on the 0–10 CVSS scale.
EPSS
2.3% chance of exploitation in 30 days – higher than 83% of CVEsExploit Prediction Scoring System: the likelihood attackers will use this flaw soon.
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Exploitation evidence

  1. Disclosed: evidence found.

    CVE published 12 Mar 2026

  2. Detectable: no evidence on record.

    No public nuclei template indexed

  3. Weaponised: no evidence on record.

    No public exploit code indexed in Metasploit or Exploit-DB

  4. Exploited in the wild: no evidence on record.

    Not in CISA KEV and no source reports exploitation

  5. Observed by OffSeq Mirage: no evidence on record.

    No attack traffic recorded by OffSeq Mirage sensors

A missing step is not evidence of safety. Sources: cve.org (opens in a new tab), the Metasploit, Exploit-DB and nuclei-templates index as of 26 Oct 2026.

What to do

AI-suggested

  1. Monitor GL-iNet’s official channels for firmware updates addressing CVE-2026-26793 and apply patches promptly once available.
  2. Until patches are released, restrict remote access to the router’s management interface by limiting access to trusted IP addresses and disabling remote administration features.
  3. Implement network segmentation to isolate GL-iNet routers from critical infrastructure and sensitive data environments, reducing lateral movement risk.
  4. Employ intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS) to monitor for suspicious command injection attempts targeting the set_config function or unusual device behavior.
  5. Regularly audit router configurations and logs for signs of compromise or unauthorized changes.
  6. Educate users and administrators about the risks of exposing device management interfaces to the internet and encourage strong password policies.
  7. Consider replacing affected devices with models that have a stronger security track record if immediate patching is not feasible.

Description

GL-iNet GL-AR300M16 v4.3.11 was discovered to contain a command injection vulnerability via the set_config function. This vulnerability allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands via a crafted input.

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