PatchTheCVECVE-2026-8051: OS command injection in Ivanti Virtual Traffic Manager before version 22.9r4 allows a remote authenticated att
CVE-2026-8051 is a high-severity flaw (CVSS 7.2) affecting virtual traffic manager. Below: why it ranks where it does, which versions are affected, what to do, and the exact commands.
OS command injection in Ivanti Virtual Traffic Manager before version 22.9r4 allows a remote authenticated attacker with admin privileges to achieve remote code execution.
Why this priority
- High severity
A fixed release or distro patch exists.
Risk facts
| CVSS score | 7.2 (High) |
| Attack vector | Network (remote) |
| Attack complexity | Low |
| Privileges needed | High |
| User interaction | None |
| EPSS exploit chance | 1.9% (top 20%) |
| CISA exploited list | No |
| Weakness | CWE-78 |
| Published | 2026-05-12 |
| Last modified | 2026-10-26 |
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-2026-8051?
virtual traffic manager: upgrade to newer than 22.8. Exact commands for each OS are on this page.
Is CVE-2026-8051 being exploited?
CVE-2026-8051 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-2026-8051 affect?
CVE-2026-8051 affects virtual traffic manager. Severity is high (CVSS 7.2). OS command injection in Ivanti Virtual Traffic Manager before version 22.9r4 allows a remote authenticated attacker with admin privileges to achieve remote code execution.
How urgent is CVE-2026-8051?
Priority 45/100. High severity