CVE-2026-71966: CyberPanel 2.4.3 Authenticated Command Injection via starRemoteTransfer

Published Aug 10, 2026
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Updated

CyberPanel 2.4.3, fixed in commit eca0c3c, contains an authenticated command injection vulnerability in the remote backup transfer feature that allows authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary OS commands by controlling a remote server's API response. Attackers can inject malicious commands through a crafted directory name in the remote server's API response, which bypasses security middleware validation and is passed unsanitized to the OS command execution function.

Affected Software

1 affected component
CyberPanel CyberPanel=2.4.3

Remediation

Recommended actions to resolve this vulnerability, in priority order.

  1. Upgrade

    Upgrade CyberPanel to a version that resolves this vulnerability.

    Fixed in 2.4.3Patch eca0c3c

Event History

Aug 10, 2026
CVE Published
via MITRE·06:53 PM
Data Sourced
via MITRE·06:53 PM
DescriptionSeverityWeakness
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Frequently Asked Questions

1

What is the severity of CVE-2026-71966?

The severity of CVE-2026-71966 is rated high with a CVSS score of 8.8.

2

How do I fix CVE-2026-71966?

To fix CVE-2026-71966, update CyberPanel to version 2.4.4 or later, as it addresses the vulnerability.

3

What types of attacks does CVE-2026-71966 allow?

CVE-2026-71966 allows authenticated attackers to perform arbitrary OS command injection via the remote backup transfer feature.

4

Who is affected by CVE-2026-71966?

CVE-2026-71966 affects users of CyberPanel version 2.4.3 who have enabled the remote backup transfer feature.

5

What solutions can mitigate CVE-2026-71966?

In addition to updating to a patched version, restricting access to API endpoints and monitoring logs can help mitigate CVE-2026-71966.

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