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CVE-2026-82762: Improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command ('OS Command Injection') in Contec Co., Ltd. FXA5000

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VulnerabilityCVE-2026-82762cvecve-2026-82762
Published: 09/14/2026 (09/14/2026, 06:36:14 UTC)
Source: CVE Database V5
Vendor/Project: Contec Co., Ltd.
Product: FXA5000

Description

Improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command ('OS Command Injection') issue exists in Contec FX5000 series, FX4000 series, and FX3000 series. If this vulnerability is exploited, an arbitrary OS command may be executed by an attacker who can log in to the product.

CVSS v3.1

Score 8.8high

Attack Vector
Network
Attack Complexity
Low
Privileges Required
Low
User Interaction
None
Scope
Unchanged
Confidentiality
High
Integrity
High
Availability
High
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected software

Contec Co., Ltd.

FXA5000

Affected versions
>=0 <1.12.00

Contec Co., Ltd.

FXA5020

Affected versions
>=0 <1.12.00

Contec Co., Ltd.

FXA5020-[][]

Affected versions
>=0 <1.12.00

Contec Co., Ltd.

FXE5000

Affected versions
>=0 <1.12.00

Contec Co., Ltd.

FXE5000-[][]

Affected versions
>=0 <1.12.00

Contec Co., Ltd.

FXS5000-[][]

Affected versions
>=0 <1.12.00

Contec Co., Ltd.

FXS5021

Affected versions
>=0 <1.12.00

Contec Co., Ltd.

FXE4000

Affected versions
>=0 <1.14.00

Contec Co., Ltd.

FXE4000-WP

Affected versions
>=0 <1.14.00

Contec Co., Ltd.

FXS4000

Affected versions
>=0 <1.14.00

Contec Co., Ltd.

FXS4020

Affected versions
>=0 <1.14.00

Contec Co., Ltd.

FXA3000

Affected versions
>=0 <1.20.00

Contec Co., Ltd.

FXA3000-[][]

Affected versions
>=0 <1.20.00

Contec Co., Ltd.

FXA3020

Affected versions
>=0 <1.20.00

Contec Co., Ltd.

FXA3020-[][]

Affected versions
>=0 <1.20.00

Contec Co., Ltd.

FXA3200

Affected versions
>=0 <1.20.00

Contec Co., Ltd.

FXE3000

Affected versions
>=0 <1.20.00

Contec Co., Ltd.

FXE3000-[][]

Affected versions
>=0 <1.20.00

Contec Co., Ltd.

FXE3000-WP

Affected versions
>=0 <1.20.00

Contec Co., Ltd.

FXS300[]-CN

Affected versions
>=0 <1.20.00

AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 09/14/2026, 07:33:18 UTC

Technical Analysis

This vulnerability involves improper neutralization of special elements used in OS commands within Contec FX series devices. Successful exploitation requires attacker login and allows arbitrary OS command execution, potentially leading to full compromise of the affected device. The CVSS 3.1 score of 8.8 reflects network attack vector, low attack complexity, required privileges, no user interaction, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

Potential Impact

If exploited, an attacker with login privileges can execute arbitrary OS commands on the affected Contec FX devices, potentially leading to full system compromise, data loss, or disruption of service. The high CVSS score indicates significant impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

Mitigation Recommendations

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. No official patch or workaround information is provided in the available data. Until a fix is available, restrict login access to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity.

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Technical Details

Data Version
5.2
Assigner Short Name
jpcert
Date Reserved
2026-08-31T02:30:58.276Z
Cvss Version
3.1
State
PUBLISHED

Threat ID: 6aa79bfd55bf5e2cf5ac9d67

Added to database: 09/14/2026, 07:02:21 UTC

Last enriched: 09/14/2026, 07:33:18 UTC

Last updated: 09/15/2026, 02:52:18 UTC

Views: 6

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