CVE-2026-38992: n/a
Cockpit versions 2.13.5 and earlier contain a critical vulnerability that allows arbitrary code execution through the filter parameter in multiple endpoints. This occurs via the MongoLite $func operator, enabling attackers to execute system commands on the underlying infrastructure without authentication. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 9.8, indicating a critical severity with high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No official patch or remediation guidance is currently available, and no known exploits have been reported in the wild.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-38992 affects Cockpit v2.13.5 and earlier, where the filter parameter in multiple endpoints can be exploited to execute arbitrary system commands. This is due to unsafe use of the MongoLite $func operator, which allows attackers to inject and run code on the host system. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-94 (Improper Control of Generation of Code) and has a critical CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, reflecting its potential for remote, unauthenticated exploitation with full system compromise. No patch or official remediation level has been published as of the current data.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary system commands on the affected Cockpit server. This can lead to full system compromise, including unauthorized data access, modification, and disruption of service. The critical CVSS score reflects the high impact on 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 access to Cockpit management interfaces to trusted networks and users only. Monitor for unusual activity related to the filter parameter usage. Avoid exposing Cockpit endpoints to untrusted networks.
CVE-2026-38992: n/a
Description
Cockpit versions 2.13.5 and earlier contain a critical vulnerability that allows arbitrary code execution through the filter parameter in multiple endpoints. This occurs via the MongoLite $func operator, enabling attackers to execute system commands on the underlying infrastructure without authentication. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 9.8, indicating a critical severity with high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability. No official patch or remediation guidance is currently available, and no known exploits have been reported in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
Score 9.8critical
Affected software
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-38992 affects Cockpit v2.13.5 and earlier, where the filter parameter in multiple endpoints can be exploited to execute arbitrary system commands. This is due to unsafe use of the MongoLite $func operator, which allows attackers to inject and run code on the host system. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-94 (Improper Control of Generation of Code) and has a critical CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.8, reflecting its potential for remote, unauthenticated exploitation with full system compromise. No patch or official remediation level has been published as of the current data.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation of this vulnerability allows an unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary system commands on the affected Cockpit server. This can lead to full system compromise, including unauthorized data access, modification, and disruption of service. The critical CVSS score reflects the high impact on 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 access to Cockpit management interfaces to trusted networks and users only. Monitor for unusual activity related to the filter parameter usage. Avoid exposing Cockpit endpoints to untrusted networks.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- mitre
- Date Reserved
- 2026-04-06T00:00:00.000Z
- Cvss Version
- null
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 69f2b622cbff5d86107b234b
Added to database: 4/30/2026, 1:53:38 AM
Last enriched: 5/7/2026, 2:11:42 AM
Last updated: 6/14/2026, 6:12:45 AM
Views: 99
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