CVE-2026-5965
OS Command Injection in NewSoftOA Allows Arbitrary Command Execution
Publication date: 2026-04-21
Last updated on: 2026-04-21
Assigner: TWCERT/CC
Description
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Affected Vendors & Products
| Vendor | Product | Version / Range |
|---|---|---|
| newsoft | newsoftoa | to 10.1.8.3 (exc) |
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Exploitability
| CWE ID | Description |
|---|---|
| CWE-78 | The product constructs all or part of an OS command using externally-influenced input from an upstream component, but it does not neutralize or incorrectly neutralizes special elements that could modify the intended OS command when it is sent to a downstream component. |
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How does this vulnerability affect compliance with common standards and regulations (like GDPR, HIPAA)?:
The provided information does not specify how CVE-2026-5965 affects compliance with common standards and regulations such as GDPR or HIPAA.
Can you explain this vulnerability to me?
CVE-2026-5965 is a critical OS Command Injection vulnerability in NewSoftOA software developed by NewSoft. It allows unauthenticated local attackers to inject arbitrary operating system commands and execute them on the affected server.
The vulnerability affects versions of NewSoftOA prior to 10.1.8.3 and can be exploited without any privileges or user interaction.
How can this vulnerability impact me? :
This vulnerability can have severe impacts including compromising the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of the affected system.
- Attackers can execute arbitrary OS commands on the server.
- No authentication, privileges, or user interaction are required to exploit this vulnerability.
- The attack vector is network-based with low complexity, making it easier for attackers to exploit.
What immediate steps should I take to mitigate this vulnerability?
The recommended immediate step to mitigate this vulnerability is to update NewSoftOA to version 10.1.8.3 or later.