CVE-2026-19702
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OS Command Injection in Pardus Boot Repair

Publication date: 2026-08-31

Last updated on: 2026-08-31

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 TÜBİTAK BİLGEM Software Technologies Research Institute Pardus Boot Repair allows OS Command Injection. This issue affects Pardus Boot Repair: from 1.0.7 before 1.0.8.

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Published
2026-08-31
Last Modified
2026-08-31
Generated
2026-08-31
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2026-08-31
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-19702
EUVD
EUVD-2026-68526

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Vendor Product Version / Range
tubitak pardus_boot_repair From 1.0.7 (inc) to 1.0.8 (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 vulnerability is an OS command injection flaw in TÜBİTAK BİLGEM's Pardus Boot Repair software. It allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the system by injecting special characters into inputs. The issue exists in versions from 1.0.7 up to but not including 1.0.8.

Detection Guidance

Detecting OS command injection vulnerabilities like CVE-2026-19702 requires checking for vulnerable versions of Pardus Boot Repair. Verify if the installed version is 1.0.7 or earlier. Use commands like 'dpkg -l | grep pardus_boot_repair' on Debian-based systems to check the version.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could gain control over the affected system, allowing them to install malware, steal data, or disrupt operations. Since it requires user interaction, victims would need to trigger the exploit, likely through a malicious file or link.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access to sensitive data, violating GDPR's confidentiality requirements and HIPAA's security rules. Organizations using the affected software may face compliance violations, fines, or legal consequences if exploited.

Mitigation Strategies

Immediately update Pardus Boot Repair to version 1.0.8 or later. Remove or disable the vulnerable version if updates are unavailable. Restrict access to the tool to authorized users only to reduce exposure.

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