CVE-2026-16287
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OS Command Injection in pardus-update

Publication date: 2026-07-23

Last updated on: 2026-07-23

Assigner: Computer Emergency Response Team of the Republic of Turkey

Description
Improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command ('OS command injection') vulnerability in TUBITAK BILGEM Software Technologies Research Institute pardus-update allows OS Command Injection. This issue affects pardus-update: from 0.6.6 before 0.7.0.

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Published
2026-07-23
Last Modified
2026-07-23
Generated
2026-07-23
AI Q&A
2026-07-23
EPSS Evaluated
N/A
NVD
CVE-2026-16287
EUVD
EUVD-2026-47933

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Vendor Product Version / Range
tubitak_bilgem pardus_update From 0.6.6 (inc) to 0.7.0 (exc)

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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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Executive Summary

This is an OS command injection vulnerability in TUBITAK BILGEM's pardus-update software. It allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the system by injecting malicious input that isn't properly neutralized before being passed to the operating system.

Detection Guidance

This vulnerability involves OS command injection in pardus-update versions before 0.7.0. Detection requires checking installed versions of pardus-update and reviewing command execution logs for suspicious inputs. No specific commands are provided in the context.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could gain control of your system, install malware, steal data, or perform other malicious actions. Since it requires local access (CVSS vector AV:L), it primarily affects systems where users have login privileges.

Compliance Impact

The vulnerability allows OS command injection, which could lead to unauthorized access or control of the system. This may result in data breaches or unauthorized data processing, potentially violating GDPR or HIPAA compliance if sensitive data is exposed or mishandled.

Mitigation Strategies

Update pardus-update to version 0.7.0 or later to address the OS command injection vulnerability. Ensure the software is patched as this issue affects versions before 0.7.0.

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