CVE-2026-33028: Nginx UI is a web user interface for the Nginx web server
CVE-2026-33028 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.5) affecting nginx ui, cosy. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
Nginx UI is a web user interface for the Nginx web server. Prior to version 2.3.4, the nginx-ui application is vulnerable to a Race Condition. Due to the complete absence of synchronization mechanisms (Mutex) and non-atomic file writes, concurrent requests lead to the severe corruption of the primary configuration file (app.ini). This vulnerability results in a persistent Denial of Service (DoS) and introduces a non-deterministic path for Remote
Why this priority
- High severity
- Public exploit reference
- On your watchlist
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.5 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | High |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 0.6% (top 54%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-362 |
| Published | 2026-03-30 |
| Last modified | 2026-06-17 |
Last updated 2026-06-17 · Sources: CVE Program, NVD, CISA KEV, EPSS and vendor advisories · How we score
Am I affected?
Timeline
- Published CVE record published
- Updated Record last modified
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-2026-33028?
nginx ui: upgrade to 2.3.4; cosy: upgrade to 1.30.1. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2026-33028 being exploited?
CVE-2026-33028 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-2026-33028 affect?
CVE-2026-33028 affects nginx ui, cosy. Severity is high (CVSS 7.5). Nginx UI is a web user interface for the Nginx web server. Prior to version 2.3.4, the nginx-ui application is vulnerable to a Race Condition. Due to the complete absence of synchronization mechanisms (Mutex) and non-atomic file writes, con
How urgent is CVE-2026-33028?
Priority 48/100. High severity; Public exploit reference; On your watchlist
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