CVE-2026-90492: OS Command Injection in webgjc web_robot
CVE-2026-90492 is a medium severity OS command injection vulnerability in the webgjc web_robot product versions 2.4.0, 2.5.0, and 2.8.0. The flaw exists in the controller_listen and controller_recover functions of the py/web.py file, where manipulation of the case_name argument allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary OS commands. The vulnerability has been publicly disclosed and exploit code is available, but no vendor response or patch has been provided.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
The vulnerability CVE-2026-90492 affects webgjc web_robot versions 2.4.0, 2.5.0, and 2.8.0. It is an OS command injection issue in the controller_listen and controller_recover functions within py/web.py. By manipulating the case_name argument, an attacker can remotely execute arbitrary operating system commands. The vulnerability has been publicly disclosed with exploit code available, and the vendor has not responded to the disclosure.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary OS commands on the affected system with no privileges required and no user interaction needed. This can lead to system compromise or unauthorized control of the affected host. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 5.3, indicating medium severity with low confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact but with potential for partial system control.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or remediation is currently available from the vendor, as they have not responded to the disclosure. Users should monitor the vendor's channels for updates. Until a fix is released, consider restricting access to the vulnerable functions or deploying network-level controls to limit exposure. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance.
CVE-2026-90492: OS Command Injection in webgjc web_robot
Description
CVE-2026-90492 is a medium severity OS command injection vulnerability in the webgjc web_robot product versions 2.4.0, 2.5.0, and 2.8.0. The flaw exists in the controller_listen and controller_recover functions of the py/web.py file, where manipulation of the case_name argument allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary OS commands. The vulnerability has been publicly disclosed and exploit code is available, but no vendor response or patch has been provided.
CVSS v4.0
Score 5.3medium
Affected software
webgjc
web_robot
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Technical Analysis
The vulnerability CVE-2026-90492 affects webgjc web_robot versions 2.4.0, 2.5.0, and 2.8.0. It is an OS command injection issue in the controller_listen and controller_recover functions within py/web.py. By manipulating the case_name argument, an attacker can remotely execute arbitrary operating system commands. The vulnerability has been publicly disclosed with exploit code available, and the vendor has not responded to the disclosure.
Potential Impact
Successful exploitation allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary OS commands on the affected system with no privileges required and no user interaction needed. This can lead to system compromise or unauthorized control of the affected host. The CVSS 4.0 base score is 5.3, indicating medium severity with low confidentiality, integrity, and availability impact but with potential for partial system control.
Mitigation Recommendations
No official patch or remediation is currently available from the vendor, as they have not responded to the disclosure. Users should monitor the vendor's channels for updates. Until a fix is released, consider restricting access to the vulnerable functions or deploying network-level controls to limit exposure. Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance.
Technical Details
- Data Version
- 5.2
- Assigner Short Name
- VulDB
- Date Reserved
- 2026-09-12T08:03:48.661Z
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
- State
- PUBLISHED
Threat ID: 6aa6009455bf5e2cf501b9d1
Added to database: 09/13/2026, 01:47:00 UTC
Last enriched: 09/13/2026, 02:01:28 UTC
Last updated: 09/13/2026, 02:50:12 UTC
Views: 5
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