CVE-2026-44093
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Local Privilege Escalation in User-Application Init Script

Publication date: 2026-07-30

Last updated on: 2026-07-30

Assigner: CERT VDE

Description
A local privilege escalation vulnerability in the init-script for user-applications allows a low-privileged local user to execute arbitrary commands as root, resulting in full system compromise.

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Published
2026-07-30
Last Modified
2026-07-30
Generated
2026-08-19
AI Q&A
2026-07-30
EPSS Evaluated
2026-08-18
NVD
CVE-2026-44093
EUVD
EUVD-2026-51028

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Vendor Product Version / Range
phoenix_contact charx_sec-3xxx to 1.9.1 (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 a local privilege escalation vulnerability in the init-script for user-applications. A low-privileged local user can exploit it to execute arbitrary commands as root, leading to full system compromise.

Impact Analysis

An attacker with local access could gain root privileges, allowing them to take full control of the system, install malware, steal data, or disrupt services.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access and data breaches, violating GDPR and HIPAA requirements for data protection and access control.

Mitigation Strategies

Update the init-script for user-applications to include proper input validation and privilege checks. Ensure all commands executed by the init-script are restricted to authorized operations only.

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