PatchTheCVECVE-2026-65086: NVIDIA OpenShell for Linux contains a vulnerability in its sandbox exec handler, where an attacker could cause
CVE-2026-65086 is a medium-severity flaw (CVSS 6.8) affecting openshell. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
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.
Why this priority
- On your watchlist
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 6.8 (Medium) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | High |
| Privileges needed | Low |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 2.4% (top 16%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-78 |
| Published | 2026-08-25 |
| Last modified | 2026-09-03 |
Last updated 2026-09-03 · 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-2026-65086?
openshell: upgrade to newer than 0.0.33. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2026-65086 being exploited?
CVE-2026-65086 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-2026-65086 affect?
CVE-2026-65086 affects openshell. Severity is medium (CVSS 6.8). 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 dat
How urgent is CVE-2026-65086?
Priority 50/100. On your watchlist
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