Code Injection Vulnerability in Provectus Kafka-UI from Provectus
CVE-2026-5562

6.9MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Provectus

Status
Kafka-ui
Vendor
CVE Published:
5 April 2026

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👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-5562?

A code injection vulnerability exists in the Provectus Kafka-UI versions up to 0.7.2, specifically within the validateAccess function located in the /api/smartfilters/testexecutions endpoint. This flaw allows an attacker to manipulate input, resulting in the execution of arbitrary code. The attack can be executed remotely, potentially leading to significant security breaches. Despite early notifications to the vendor regarding this issue, no response has been received, underscoring the urgency for affected users to take preventive measures against possible exploitation.

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Affected Version(s)

kafka-ui 0.7.0

kafka-ui 0.7.1

kafka-ui 0.7.2

Exploit Proof of Concept (PoC)

PoC code is written by security researchers to demonstrate the vulnerability can be exploited. PoC code is also a key component for weaponization which could lead to ransomware.

CVE-2026-5562 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/355332
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https://vuldb.com/vuln/355332/cti
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https://vuldb.com/submit/782941
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CVSS V4

Score:
6.9
Severity:
MEDIUM
Confidentiality:
Low
Integrity:
Low
Availability:
Low
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • 🟡

    Public PoC available

  • 👾

    Exploit known to exist

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

0xNayel (VulDB User)
VulDB CNA Team
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