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CVE-2026-42168: n/a

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VulnerabilityCVE-2026-42168cvecve-2026-42168
Published: 07/17/2026 (07/17/2026, 00:00:00 UTC)
Source: CVE Database V5

Description

django-pyas2 through 1.2.3 is vulnerable to OS command injection via the cmd_receive and cmd_send fields on the Partner model. These fields are passed directly to os.system() in pyas2/utils.py without sanitization, allowing an authenticated admin user to execute arbitrary commands on the server when an AS2 message is received or sent.

Affected software

Affected versions
<=1.2.3

AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 07/18/2026, 11:52:44 UTC

Technical Analysis

The django-pyas2 package up to version 1.2.3 is vulnerable to OS command injection due to unsanitized use of the cmd_receive and cmd_send fields in the Partner model. These fields are passed directly to os.system() in the pyas2/utils.py module, enabling an authenticated administrator to execute arbitrary operating system commands when AS2 messages are received or sent. This vulnerability arises from improper input validation and unsafe command execution practices within the application code.

Potential Impact

An authenticated admin user can exploit this vulnerability to execute arbitrary OS commands on the server hosting django-pyas2. This could lead to full system compromise, data theft, or disruption of service depending on the commands executed. The vulnerability requires administrative authentication, limiting exposure to trusted users with elevated privileges.

Mitigation Recommendations

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict administrative access to trusted personnel only and avoid using vulnerable versions in production environments. Monitor vendor channels for updates or official patches addressing this issue.

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Technical Details

Data Version
5.2
Assigner Short Name
mitre
Date Reserved
2026-04-24T00:00:00.000Z
Cvss Version
null
State
PUBLISHED
Remediation Level
null

Threat ID: 6a5b5eae2d1edb114c7fb316

Added to database: 07/18/2026, 11:08:30 UTC

Last enriched: 07/18/2026, 11:52:44 UTC

Last updated: 07/18/2026, 13:13:13 UTC

Views: 4

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