CVE-2026-65086
NVIDIA OpenShell OS Command Injection Vulnerability
Description
NVIDIA OpenShell for Linux contains a vulnerability in its sandbox exec handler, where an attacker could cause an OS command injection. A successful exploit of this vulnerability might lead to code execution, information disclosure, and data tampering.
INFO
Published Date :
Aug. 25, 2026, 9:17 p.m.
Last Modified :
Aug. 28, 2026, 7:46 p.m.
Remotely Exploit :
Yes !
Source :
[email protected]
CVSS Scores
| Score | Version | Severity | Vector | Exploitability Score | Impact Score | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CVSS | 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0 | |||||
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | 9576f279-3576-44b5-a4af-b9a8644b2de6 | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | [email protected] | ||||
| CVSS 3.1 | MEDIUM | MITRE-CVE |
Solution
- Update NVIDIA OpenShell to the latest version.
- Apply vendor patches for the sandbox exec handler.
- Restrict privileges for sandbox processes.
- Monitor system logs for suspicious commands.
References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
Here, you will find a curated list of external links that provide in-depth
information, practical solutions, and valuable tools related to
CVE-2026-65086.
| URL | Resource |
|---|---|
| https://github.com/NVIDIA/product-security/tree/main/2026/5872 | |
| https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-65086 | |
| https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-65086 |
CWE - Common Weakness Enumeration
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weaknesses that can lead to vulnerabilities. CVE-2026-65086 is
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approaches employed by adversaries to exploit the CVE-2026-65086
weaknesses.
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CVE Modified by [email protected]
Aug. 26, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Reference https://github.com/NVIDIA/product-security/tree/main/2026/5872 Added Reference https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-65086 Added Reference https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-65086 Removed Reference https://github.com/NVIDIA/product-security/tree/main/2026/5872 Removed Reference https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-65086 Removed Reference https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-65086 -
CVE Modified by 134c704f-9b21-4f2e-91b3-4a467353bcc0
Aug. 26, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added SSVC {'id': 'CVE-2026-65086', 'role': 'CISA Coordinator', 'options': [{'exploitation': 'none'}, {'automatable': 'no'}, {'technicalImpact': 'total'}], 'version': '2.0.3', 'timestamp': '2026-08-26T17:57:13.831739Z'} -
New CVE Received by [email protected]
Aug. 25, 2026
Action Type Old Value New Value Added Affected [{'vendor': 'NVIDIA', 'product': 'OpenShell', 'versions': [{'status': 'affected', 'version': '0 to 0.0.33'}], 'platforms': ['All platforms'], 'defaultStatus': 'unaffected'}] Added Description NVIDIA OpenShell for Linux contains a vulnerability in its sandbox exec handler, where an attacker could cause an OS command injection. A successful exploit of this vulnerability might lead to code execution, information disclosure, and data tampering. Added CVSS V3.1 AV:N/AC:H/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N Added CWE CWE-78 Added Reference https://github.com/NVIDIA/product-security/tree/main/2026/5872 Added Reference https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-65086 Added Reference https://www.cve.org/CVERecord?id=CVE-2026-65086