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CVE-2026-44193

Opnsense remote code execution

9.1 CRITICALPublic exploitEPSS 0.86%
  1. Published13 May 2026

Description

OPNsense is a FreeBSD based firewall and routing platform. Prior to 26.1.7, the XMLRPC method opnsense.restore_config_section fails to sanitize user supplied input leading to Remote Code Execution. This vulnerability is fixed in 26.1.7.

CVSS 3.1 breakdown

Attack vectorNetwork
Attack complexityLow
Privileges requiredHigh
User interactionNone
ScopeChanged
ConfidentialityHigh
IntegrityHigh
AvailabilityHigh
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:C/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected products

Opnsense< 26.1.7

Remediation

Fixed in
Opnsense≥ 26.1.7

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Frequently asked

Is CVE-2026-44193 being actively exploited?

CVE-2026-44193 is not in the CISA KEV catalog. A public exploit reference exists, so treat it as exploitable. Its EPSS exploit probability is 0.86%.

How severe is CVE-2026-44193?

CVE-2026-44193 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 9.1, rated critical. EPSS estimates a 0.86% probability of exploitation.

Which products are affected by CVE-2026-44193?

Affected products include Opnsense.

How do I fix CVE-2026-44193?

Upgrade affected software to a fixed version, for example Opnsense 26.1.7 or later, then confirm no affected versions remain in your inventory.

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Data from the NVD, CISA KEV catalog and FIRST EPSS. CVSS 3.1 base score shown where available.