PatchTheCVECVE-2026-16287: Improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command ('OS command injection') vulnerability in TU
CVE-2026-16287 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.8) affecting affected software. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command ('OS command injection') vulnerability in TUBITAK BILGEM Software Technologies Research Institute pardus-update allows OS Command Injection. This issue affects pardus-update: from 0.6.6 before 0.7.0.
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.8 (High) |
| Attack vector | Local |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.8% (top 42%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-78 |
| Published | 2026-07-23 |
| Last modified | 2026-10-24 |
Last updated 2026-10-24 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
Exact fixes by distribution
Scores and fixes here are computed automatically from those and other public sources. Confirm with the vendor advisory before changing production systems.
Quick answers
How do I fix CVE-2026-16287?
No fixed release is listed yet. Watch the vendor advisory and apply any mitigation shown on this page.
Is CVE-2026-16287 being exploited?
CVE-2026-16287 is not on the CISA Known Exploited Vulnerabilities list at the time of the last update. Check again, as this can change.
What does CVE-2026-16287 affect?
CVE-2026-16287 affects affected software. Severity is high (CVSS 7.8). Improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command ('OS command injection') vulnerability in TUBITAK BILGEM Software Technologies Research Institute pardus-update allows OS Command Injection. This issue affects pardus-update
How urgent is CVE-2026-16287?
Priority 42/100. High severity