CVE-2026-40852 — HIGH (7.2)

Vulnerability Description

A highly authenticated attacker can alter the config generator injecting a payload into future created configurations. The device is not correctly checking this configuration value before passing it to an system execute leading to code execution. This can result in a total loss of confidentiality, integrity and availability.

CVSS Score

7.2

HIGH

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

NETWORK

Attack Complexity

LOW

Privileges Required

HIGH

User Interaction

NONE

Scope

UNCHANGED

Confidentiality

HIGH

Integrity

HIGH

Availability

HIGH

Related Weaknesses (CWE)

CWE-78

References

https://www.certvde.com/en/advisories/VDE-2026-054/

FAQ

What is CVE-2026-40852?

CVE-2026-40852 is a vulnerability with a CVSS score of 7.2 (HIGH). A highly authenticated attacker can alter the config generator injecting a payload into future created configurations. The device is not correctly checking this configuration value before passing it t...

How severe is CVE-2026-40852?

CVE-2026-40852 has been rated HIGH with a CVSS base score of 7.2/10. Review the CVSS metrics above for detailed severity breakdown.

Is there a patch for CVE-2026-40852?

Check the references section above for vendor advisories and patch information. Review vendor security bulletins for remediation guidance.