CVE-2026-73176: CWE-78 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') in Advantech EKI-1242IEIMS
Nozomi Networks Labs identified a CWE-78: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') vulnerability in the web management interface of Advantech EKI-1242IEIMS in firmware version V1.06.01 that allows a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary OS commands as root via crafted request parameters.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
Nozomi Networks Labs identified a CWE-78 OS command injection vulnerability in Advantech EKI-1242IEIMS firmware V1.06.01 and earlier. The flaw exists in the device's web management interface, permitting a remote attacker with authentication privileges to execute arbitrary operating system commands with root privileges by crafting specific request parameters. This vulnerability could lead to full system compromise if exploited.
Potential Impact
An authenticated remote attacker can execute arbitrary OS commands as root on the affected device, potentially leading to full control over the system. This could result in unauthorized access, data manipulation, or disruption of device functionality.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict access to the web management interface to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity. Avoid exposing the device management interface to untrusted networks.
CVE-2026-73176: CWE-78 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') in Advantech EKI-1242IEIMS
Description
Nozomi Networks Labs identified a CWE-78: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') vulnerability in the web management interface of Advantech EKI-1242IEIMS in firmware version V1.06.01 that allows a remote authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary OS commands as root via crafted request parameters.
CVSS v4.0
Score 8.6high
Affected software
Advantech
EKI-1242IEIMS
Advantech
EKI-1242EIMS
Weaknesses
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
Nozomi Networks Labs identified a CWE-78 OS command injection vulnerability in Advantech EKI-1242IEIMS firmware V1.06.01 and earlier. The flaw exists in the device's web management interface, permitting a remote attacker with authentication privileges to execute arbitrary operating system commands with root privileges by crafting specific request parameters. This vulnerability could lead to full system compromise if exploited.
Potential Impact
An authenticated remote attacker can execute arbitrary OS commands as root on the affected device, potentially leading to full control over the system. This could result in unauthorized access, data manipulation, or disruption of device functionality.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict access to the web management interface to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity. Avoid exposing the device management interface to untrusted networks.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- Nozomi
- Date Reserved
- 2026-08-11T09:36:40.350Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6aaa96d555bf5e2cf5a6bf11
Added to database: 09/16/2026, 13:17:09 UTC
Last enriched: 09/16/2026, 13:31:27 UTC
Last updated: 09/17/2026, 03:26:27 UTC
Views: 11
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