CVE-2026-18272
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Command Injection in Kenwood DNR1007XR

Publication date: 2026-08-20

Last updated on: 2026-08-20

Assigner: Zero Day Initiative

Description
Kenwood DNR1007XR startUpdateProcess Command Injection Vulnerability. This vulnerability allows physically present attackers to execute arbitrary code on affected installations of Kenwood DNR1007XR devices. Authentication is not required to exploit this vulnerability. The specific flaw exists within the startUpdateProcess method. The issue results from the lack of proper validation of a user-supplied string before using it to execute a system call. An attacker can leverage this vulnerability to execute arbitrary code in the context of root. Was ZDI-CAN-28981.

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Published
2026-08-20
Last Modified
2026-08-20
Generated
2026-08-20
AI Q&A
2026-08-20
EPSS Evaluated
N/A
NVD
CVE-2026-18272
EUVD
EUVD-2026-63419

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Vendor Product Version / Range
kenwood dnr1007xr *
kenwood dnr1007xr to 2026-07-29 (inc)

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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 vulnerability is a command injection flaw in the Kenwood DNR1007XR device. It allows physically present attackers to execute arbitrary code with root privileges without authentication. The issue occurs in the startUpdateProcess method due to improper validation of user-supplied input before executing system commands.

Detection Guidance

Detection requires physical access to the Kenwood DNR1007XR device. Check if the device is running vulnerable firmware by inspecting the version via the web interface or admin panel. No remote detection commands are available as this is a physical access vulnerability.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could exploit this to gain full control over the device, potentially accessing sensitive data, altering system configurations, or disrupting operations. Since the device is a network recorder, unauthorized access could compromise recorded audio/video or network integrity.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, violating GDPR (data protection) and HIPAA (health information privacy) requirements. Organizations using this device may face compliance failures, legal penalties, and reputational damage if exploited.

Mitigation Strategies

Apply the latest firmware update from Kenwood's official website immediately. Ensure physical access to the device is restricted to authorized personnel only. Monitor the device for unusual activity or unauthorized commands.

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