CVE-2026-40698

Published: Mag 13, 2026 Last Modified: Mag 13, 2026
ExploitDB:
Other exploit source:
Google Dorks:
HIGH 8,5
Source: [email protected]
Attack Vector: network
Attack Complexity: low
Privileges Required: high
User Interaction: none
Confidentiality: N/A
Integrity: N/A
Availability: N/A
HIGH 8,7
Source: [email protected]
Attack Vector: network
Attack Complexity: low
Privileges Required: high
User Interaction: none
Scope: changed
Confidentiality: high
Integrity: high
Availability: none

Description

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A vulnerability exists in BIG-IP and BIG-IQ systems where a highly privileged, authenticated attacker with at least the Resource Administrator role can create SNMP configuration objects through iControl REST or the TMOS shell (tmsh) resulting in privilege escalation.  Note: Software versions which have reached End of Technical Support (EoTS) are not evaluated.

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Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection')

Draft
Abstraction: Class Structure: Simple
Common Consequences
Security Scopes Affected:
Integrity Confidentiality Availability
Potential Impacts:
Execute Unauthorized Code Or Commands
Applicable Platforms
Technologies: AI/ML
Likelihood of Exploit: High
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