CVE-2026-86218: CWE-96 Improper neutralization of directives in statically saved code ('static code injection') in N-able N-central
Description
N-central is vulnerable to a pre-auth remote code execution This issue affects N-central: before 2026.3.1.14.
CVSS v4.0
Score 10.0critical
Affected software
N-able
N-central
Weaknesses
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Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-86218 is a critical vulnerability in N-able N-central caused by improper neutralization of directives in statically saved code, classified under CWE-96 (static code injection). This flaw enables unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected systems. The vulnerability affects all versions prior to 2026.3.1.14. The CVSS 4.0 vector indicates network attack vector, no privileges or user interaction required, and high impact on confidentiality, integrity, availability, and security requirements.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation results in remote code execution without authentication, allowing attackers full control over the affected system. This can lead to complete compromise of the N-central server and potentially the network it manages.
Mitigation Recommendations
Upgrade N-able N-central to version 2026.3.1.14 or later where this vulnerability is fixed. Since this is a pre-authentication remote code execution vulnerability, applying the official fix is critical to prevent exploitation.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- N-able
- Date Reserved
- 2026-09-05T22:34:40.390Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6a9cd200acd9273b4915b8e8
Added to database: 09/06/2026, 02:37:52 UTC
Last enriched: 09/15/2026, 00:45:25 UTC
Last updated: 10/19/2026, 06:48:20 UTC
Views: 128
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