Data Query Logic Injection Vulnerability in Cockpit-HQ Cockpit by Cockpit
CVE-2026-6626

5.3MEDIUM

Key Information:

Vendor

Cockpit-hq

Status
Cockpit
Vendor
CVE Published:
20 April 2026

Badges

👾 Exploit Exists🟡 Public PoC

What is CVE-2026-6626?

A significant vulnerability has been identified in Cockpit-HQ Cockpit versions up to 2.13.5, specifically within the Asset Handler and Aggregate Handler components. This flaw involves improper neutralization within data query logic, which could potentially be exploited by remote attackers. Despite the vendor being notified about this security issue, there has been no response, and the details of the exploit are now publicly available, posing potential risks to users.

Affected Version(s)

Cockpit 2.13.0

Cockpit 2.13.1

Cockpit 2.13.2

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-2026-6626 - Proof of Concept

References

https://vuldb.com/vuln/358261
vdb-entry
https://vuldb.com/vuln/358261/cti
signaturepermissions-required
https://vuldb.com/submit/792601
third-party-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
5.3
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

Nicolas Pauferro (VulDB User)
VulDB CNA Team
.