CVE-2026-5707: Command Injection via Virtual Desktop Session Name in AWS Research and Engineering Studio (RES)
Unsanitized input in an OS command in the virtual desktop session name handling in AWS Research and Engineering Studio (RES) version 2025.03 through 2025.12.01 might allow a remote authenticated actor to execute arbitrary commands as root on the virtual desktop host via a crafted session name.
To remediate this issue, users are advised to upgrade to RES version 2026.03 or apply the corresponding mitigation patch to their existing environment.
Affected Software
Remediation
Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.
- Upgrade
Upgrade
AWS Research and Engineering Studio (RES)to a version that resolves this vulnerability.Fixed in 2026.03 - Compensating control
Apply the corresponding mitigation patch to the existing AWS Research and Engineering Studio (RES) environment for versions 2025.03 through 2025.12.01.
Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2026-5707?
CVE-2026-5707 has been classified as a medium severity vulnerability due to the potential for command injection.
How do I fix CVE-2026-5707?
To remediate CVE-2026-5707, update AWS Research and Engineering Studio to version 2026.03 or later.
Who is affected by CVE-2026-5707?
CVE-2026-5707 affects authenticated users of AWS Research and Engineering Studio versions between 2025.03 and 2025.12.01.
What type of vulnerability is CVE-2026-5707?
CVE-2026-5707 is a command injection vulnerability that arises from unsanitized input in virtual desktop session name handling.
Can CVE-2026-5707 be exploited remotely?
Yes, CVE-2026-5707 can be exploited remotely by an authenticated actor to execute arbitrary commands.