CVE-2026-49196: Predator Connect W6x: Web Interface Command Injection

Published May 29, 2026
·
Updated

The Wi-Fi device blocking feature fails to sanitize MAC address input, allowing injection and execution of arbitrary shell commands.

Affected Software

3 affected components
Predator Connect W6x
All of the following
Acer Predator Connect W6x Firmware<=w6x_gbl_2.00.000005
Acer Predator Connect W6x

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade Predator Connect W6x firmware to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in W6x_GBL_2.00.000008
  2. Compensating control

    Until upgraded, avoid using untrusted/unsanitized MAC address values in the Wi-Fi device blocking feature (since MAC input is not properly sanitized and can lead to command injection).

Event History

May 29, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·08:15 AM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·08:15 AM
RemedyDescriptionWeakness
Data Sourced
via NVD·09:16 AM
DescriptionSeverityWeaknessAffected Software
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-49196?

The severity of CVE-2026-49196 is rated high with a CVSS score of 8.6.

2

What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-49196?

CVE-2026-49196 is classified as a command injection vulnerability.

3

How do I fix CVE-2026-49196?

To fix CVE-2026-49196, upgrade to the firmware version W6x_GBL_2.00.000008.

4

What is affected by CVE-2026-49196?

CVE-2026-49196 affects the Predator Connect W6x Wi-Fi device.

5

What issue does CVE-2026-49196 cause?

CVE-2026-49196 allows injection and execution of arbitrary shell commands due to improper sanitization of MAC address input.

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