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MSI Radix AXE6600 router firmware version v781521 contains a command injection vulnerability in the openvpn function that allows remote attackers to… (CVE-2026-71993)

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Critical
Published: 08/09/2026 (08/09/2026, 00:31:07 UTC)
Source: GCVE Database

Description

The MSI Radix AXE6600 router firmware version v781521 contains a critical command injection vulnerability in its openvpn function. This flaw allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the device by exploiting the macfilter function, potentially gaining root privileges. The vulnerability is identified as CVE-2026-71993 and has a CVSS score of 9.8, indicating a high severity with network attack vector, no required privileges or user interaction, and full impact on confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

CVSS v3.1

Score 9.8critical

Attack Vector
Network
Attack Complexity
Low
Privileges Required
None
User Interaction
None
Scope
Unchanged
Confidentiality
High
Integrity
High
Availability
High
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected software

Affected versions
=781521

AI-Powered Analysis

Machine-generated threat intelligence

AILast updated: 08/09/2026, 14:48:50 UTC

Technical Analysis

CVE-2026-71993 is a command injection vulnerability in the openvpn function of MSI Radix AXE6600 router firmware version v781521. Attackers can leverage the macfilter function to inject malicious commands remotely, resulting in arbitrary command execution with root privileges on the underlying system. The vulnerability is classified under CWE-78 (Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command). No patch or remediation information is currently available, and no known exploits in the wild have been reported.

Potential Impact

Successful exploitation allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the affected router with root privileges, leading to complete compromise of the device. This can result in full control over the router, including potential interception or manipulation of network traffic, disruption of service, and unauthorized access to internal networks.

Mitigation Recommendations

Patch status is not yet confirmed — check the vendor advisory for current remediation guidance. Until an official fix is available, restrict access to the router's management interfaces from untrusted networks and monitor for unusual activity related to the openvpn and macfilter functions.

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Technical Details

Gcve Source
db.gcve.eu
Osv Id
GHSA-fcgq-7m73-rv6c
Osv Schema Version
1.4.0
Aliases
["CVE-2026-71993"]
Ecosystems
[]
Database Specific Severity
CRITICAL
Cvss Version
3.1

Threat ID: 6a7891d2bf8831d539c8696d

Added to database: 08/09/2026, 14:42:26 UTC

Last enriched: 08/09/2026, 14:48:50 UTC

Last updated: 08/09/2026, 23:40:59 UTC

Views: 8

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