Uncontrolled Resource Consumption Vulnerability in Schneider Electric's Web Admin Interface
CVE-2026-2405

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Schneider Electric
Status
Powerchute™ Serial Shutdown
Vendor
CVE Published:
14 April 2026

What is CVE-2026-2405?

A vulnerability exists in Schneider Electric's Web Admin Interface that leads to uncontrolled resource consumption. An attacker can exploit this flaw by sending excessive POST /helpabout requests, which could overwhelm the system and lead to the creation of numerous troubleshooting zip files. This excessive demand can ultimately result in a denial of service, disrupting operational efficiency and access to the interface.

Affected Version(s)

PowerChute™ Serial Shutdown Versions 1.4 and prior

References

https://download.schneider-electric.com/files?p_Doc_Ref=S...

CVSS V4

Score:
5.3
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
None
Integrity:
None
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

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