CVE-2026-3518
OS Command Injection in Progress ADC API Enables Remote Code Execution
Publication date: 2026-04-20
Last updated on: 2026-05-01
Assigner: Progress Software Corporation
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| progress | connection_manager_for_objectscale | to 7.2.63.1 (exc) |
| progress | ecs_connection_manager | to 7.2.63.1 (exc) |
| progress | loadmaster | to 7.2.63.1 (exc) |
| progress | loadmaster | to 7.2.54.17 (exc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-77 | The product constructs all or part of a command using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the intended command when it is sent to a downstream component. |
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Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
This vulnerability is an OS Command Injection Remote Code Execution issue found in the API of Progress ADC Products. It allows an authenticated attacker who has "All" permissions to execute arbitrary operating system commands on the LoadMaster appliance. The attack exploits unsanitized input in the 'killsession' command, enabling the attacker to run malicious commands remotely.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
The vulnerability can have severe impacts as it allows an attacker with high-level permissions to execute arbitrary commands on the affected device. This can lead to complete compromise of the LoadMaster appliance, including unauthorized access, data manipulation, service disruption, and potentially full control over the system.