CVE-2026-8592: CWE-78 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') in Rapid7 InsightConnect AWK Plugin
CVE-2026-8592 is an OS Command Injection vulnerability in the process_string action of the Rapid7 InsightConnect AWK Plugin on Linux. It allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary OS commands via the text or expression parameters due to unsafe shell command construction. The vulnerability has a high severity with a CVSS score of 7.7. No affected versions or patches are explicitly stated in the available data.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The Rapid7 InsightConnect AWK Plugin contains an OS Command Injection vulnerability (CWE-78) in its process_string action on Linux platforms. This flaw arises from improper neutralization of special elements in the text or expression parameters, which are unsafely incorporated into shell commands within the processing pipeline. Exploitation could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary operating system commands. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 7.7, reflecting network attack vector, high impact on confidentiality and integrity, and low impact on availability. No official remediation or patch information is provided in the vendor or CVE data.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution on the affected system, compromising confidentiality and integrity with limited availability impact. This could allow attackers to execute commands with the privileges of the InsightConnect AWK Plugin process, potentially leading to system compromise.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, avoid exposing the vulnerable process_string action to untrusted inputs or networks. Monitor vendor channels for updates and apply patches promptly once released.
CVE-2026-8592: CWE-78 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection') in Rapid7 InsightConnect AWK Plugin
Description
CVE-2026-8592 is an OS Command Injection vulnerability in the process_string action of the Rapid7 InsightConnect AWK Plugin on Linux. It allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary OS commands via the text or expression parameters due to unsafe shell command construction. The vulnerability has a high severity with a CVSS score of 7.7. No affected versions or patches are explicitly stated in the available data.
CVSS v3.1
Score 7.7high
Weaknesses
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Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
The Rapid7 InsightConnect AWK Plugin contains an OS Command Injection vulnerability (CWE-78) in its process_string action on Linux platforms. This flaw arises from improper neutralization of special elements in the text or expression parameters, which are unsafely incorporated into shell commands within the processing pipeline. Exploitation could allow remote attackers to execute arbitrary operating system commands. The CVSS 3.1 base score is 7.7, reflecting network attack vector, high impact on confidentiality and integrity, and low impact on availability. No official remediation or patch information is provided in the vendor or CVE data.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation could lead to arbitrary code execution on the affected system, compromising confidentiality and integrity with limited availability impact. This could allow attackers to execute commands with the privileges of the InsightConnect AWK Plugin process, potentially leading to system compromise.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, avoid exposing the vulnerable process_string action to untrusted inputs or networks. Monitor vendor channels for updates and apply patches promptly once released.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- rapid7
- Date Reserved
- 2026-05-14T08:24:20.479Z
- Cvss Version
- 3.1
- State
- PUBLISHED
- Remediation Level
- null
Threat ID: 6a3c885b4853345fc122aff6
Added to database: 06/25/2026, 01:46:03 UTC
Last enriched: 06/25/2026, 02:01:06 UTC
Last updated: 06/25/2026, 02:01:06 UTC
Views: 3
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