Improper input validation in Smart Switch prior to version 3.7.72.6 allows adjacent attackers to access sensitive data. (CVE-2026-21083)
An improper input validation vulnerability exists in Smart Switch software versions prior to 3.7.72.6. This flaw allows adjacent attackers to access sensitive data. The vulnerability has a moderate severity rating and no known exploits in the wild have been reported. No official patch information is provided in the available data.
AI Analysis
Technical Summary
CVE-2026-21083 describes an improper input validation vulnerability in Smart Switch software versions before 3.7.72.6. This vulnerability enables attackers located adjacent to the target system to access sensitive data due to insufficient validation of inputs. The vulnerability is rated as medium severity and no known exploitation has been observed. No patch or remediation details are currently provided.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability allows adjacent attackers to access sensitive data, potentially compromising confidentiality. There is no indication of privilege escalation, denial of service, or integrity impact. No known active exploitation has been reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, limit exposure to adjacent attackers where possible.
Improper input validation in Smart Switch prior to version 3.7.72.6 allows adjacent attackers to access sensitive data. (CVE-2026-21083)
Description
An improper input validation vulnerability exists in Smart Switch software versions prior to 3.7.72.6. This flaw allows adjacent attackers to access sensitive data. The vulnerability has a moderate severity rating and no known exploits in the wild have been reported. No official patch information is provided in the available data.
CVSS v4.0
Affected software
AI-Powered Analysis
Machine-generated threat intelligence
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-21083 describes an improper input validation vulnerability in Smart Switch software versions before 3.7.72.6. This vulnerability enables attackers located adjacent to the target system to access sensitive data due to insufficient validation of inputs. The vulnerability is rated as medium severity and no known exploitation has been observed. No patch or remediation details are currently provided.
Potential Impact
The vulnerability allows adjacent attackers to access sensitive data, potentially compromising confidentiality. There is no indication of privilege escalation, denial of service, or integrity impact. No known active exploitation has been reported.
Mitigation Recommendations
Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, limit exposure to adjacent attackers where possible.
Technical Details
- Gcve Source
- db.gcve.eu
- Osv Id
- GHSA-xhqw-w736-6j3r
- Osv Schema Version
- 1.4.0
- Aliases
- ["CVE-2026-21083"]
- Ecosystems
- []
- Database Specific Severity
- MODERATE
- Cvss Version
- 4.0
Threat ID: 6a79f0dfbf8831d539f61d51
Added to database: 08/10/2026, 15:40:15 UTC
Last enriched: 08/10/2026, 16:00:19 UTC
Last updated: 08/11/2026, 04:40:59 UTC
Views: 4
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