PatchTheCVECVE-2026-16731: OMICRON StationScout before version 3.05 contains a cryptographic timing side-channel vulnerability in the bac
CVE-2026-16731 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 8.3) affecting affected software. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
OMICRON StationScout before version 3.05 contains a cryptographic timing side-channel vulnerability in the backend authentication mechanism that may allow an unauthenticated attacker to forge valid authentication credentials, bypass authentication and authorization, and impersonate legitimate clients. An attacker can gain full access to the system configuration, allowing modification, reset, or unauthorized alteration of system parameters or inje
Why this priority
- High severity
- Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 8.3 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | High |
| Privileges needed | None |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.4% (top 63%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-208 |
| Published | 2026-08-06 |
| Last modified | 2026-10-23 |
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-2026-16731?
No fixed release is listed yet. Watch the vendor advisory and apply any mitigation shown on this page.
Is CVE-2026-16731 being exploited?
CVE-2026-16731 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-2026-16731 affect?
CVE-2026-16731 affects affected software. Severity is high (CVSS 8.3). OMICRON StationScout before version 3.05 contains a cryptographic timing side-channel vulnerability in the backend authentication mechanism that may allow an unauthenticated attacker to forge valid authentication credentials, bypass authent
How urgent is CVE-2026-16731?
Priority 43/100. High severity; Remotely exploitable, no login, no user action