CVE-2026-82791: Improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command ('OS Command Injection') in Contec Co., Ltd. CAN-2-WF
Improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command ('OS Command Injection') issue exists in Contec CAN 2.0B Communication Wireless LAN / USB Converter Unit. If this vulnerability is exploited, an arbitrary OS command may be executed by an attacker who can log in to the product.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
This vulnerability involves improper neutralization of special elements used in OS commands within the CAN-2-WF device. Exploitation requires an attacker to have login privileges to the product. Successful exploitation allows execution of arbitrary OS commands, potentially compromising confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the device. The affected versions are >=0 and <2.20. There is no information about available patches or vendor advisories indicating remediation status.
Potential Impact
If exploited, an attacker with login access can execute arbitrary OS commands on the affected device, leading to full compromise including potential data theft, alteration, or denial of service. The CVSS score of 8.8 reflects high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict login access to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity related to command execution on the device.
CVE-2026-82791: Improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command ('OS Command Injection') in Contec Co., Ltd. CAN-2-WF
Description
Improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command ('OS Command Injection') issue exists in Contec CAN 2.0B Communication Wireless LAN / USB Converter Unit. 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
Affected software
Contec Co., Ltd.
CAN-2-WF
Contec Co., Ltd.
CAN-2-USB
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
This vulnerability involves improper neutralization of special elements used in OS commands within the CAN-2-WF device. Exploitation requires an attacker to have login privileges to the product. Successful exploitation allows execution of arbitrary OS commands, potentially compromising confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the device. The affected versions are >=0 and <2.20. There is no information about available patches or vendor advisories indicating remediation status.
Potential Impact
If exploited, an attacker with login access can execute arbitrary OS commands on the affected device, leading to full compromise including potential data theft, alteration, or denial of service. The CVSS score of 8.8 reflects high impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until a fix is available, restrict login access to trusted users only and monitor for suspicious activity related to command execution on the device.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- jpcert
- Date Reserved
- 2026-08-31T02:30:58.279Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6aa79c0255bf5e2cf5ac9d93
Added to database: 09/14/2026, 07:02:26 UTC
Last enriched: 09/14/2026, 07:17:14 UTC
Last updated: 09/15/2026, 05:15:18 UTC
Views: 19
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