CVE-2026-8301
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OS Command Injection in Pardus Boot Repair

Publication date: 2026-09-11

Last updated on: 2026-09-11

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 Boot Repair allows OS Command Injection. This issue affects Pardus Boot Repair: before 1.0.8.

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Published
2026-09-11
Last Modified
2026-09-11
Generated
2026-09-11
AI Q&A
2026-09-11
EPSS Evaluated
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NVD
CVE-2026-8301
EUVD
EUVD-2026-76125

Affected Vendors & Products

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Vendor Product Version / Range
tubitak pardus_boot_repair to 1.0.8 (exc)
tubitak parcus_boot_repair to 1.0.8 (exc)

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Exploitability

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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 Software Technologies Research Institute Pardus Boot Repair versions before 1.0.8. It allows attackers to execute arbitrary commands on the operating system by injecting special elements into the software's input fields.

Impact Analysis

An attacker could gain unauthorized access to the system, execute malicious commands, steal sensitive data, install malware, or take control of the affected machine. This could lead to data breaches, system compromise, or disruption of services.

Compliance Impact

This vulnerability could lead to unauthorized access or data breaches, which may violate GDPR (data protection) and HIPAA (health information privacy) requirements. Organizations could face legal penalties, fines, or reputational damage for failing to protect sensitive data.

Mitigation Strategies

Update Pardus Boot Repair to version 1.0.8 or later to address the OS command injection vulnerability. If updating is not immediately possible, restrict access to the application and monitor for suspicious activity.

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