PatchTheCVECVE-2026-6992: A vulnerability was identified in Linksys MR9600 2.0.6.206937
CVE-2026-6992 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.2) affecting mr9600 firmware. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
A vulnerability was identified in Linksys MR9600 2.0.6.206937. This affects the function BTRequestGetSmartConnectStatus of the file /etc/init.d/run_central2.sh of the component JNAP Action Handler. The manipulation of the argument pin leads to os command injection. The attack may be initiated remotely. The exploit is publicly available and might be used. The vendor was contacted early about this disclosure but did not respond in any way.
Why this priority
- High severity
- EPSS top 5%: very likely to be exploited
- Public exploit reference
No fix is published yet: follow the downgrade or mitigation steps.
Last updated 2026-10-26 · 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-2026-6992?
mr9600 firmware: mitigate or apply the listed mitigation. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2026-6992 being exploited?
CVE-2026-6992 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-2026-6992 affect?
CVE-2026-6992 affects mr9600 firmware. Severity is high (CVSS 7.2). A vulnerability was identified in Linksys MR9600 2.0.6.206937. This affects the function BTRequestGetSmartConnectStatus of the file /etc/init.d/run_central2.sh of the component JNAP Action Handler. The manipulation of the argument pin leads
How urgent is CVE-2026-6992?
Priority 54/100. High severity; EPSS top 5%: very likely to be exploited; Public exploit reference