OS Command Injection Vulnerability in Advantech EKI-1242IEIMS by Nozomi Networks
CVE-2026-73165

8.6HIGH

Key Information:

Vendor

Advantech
Status
Eki-1242ieims
Eki-1242eims
Vendor
CVE Published:
16 September 2026

What is CVE-2026-73165?

An OS command injection vulnerability exists in the web management interface of the Advantech EKI-1242IEIMS, identified by researchers at Nozomi Networks. This flaw allows authenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary OS commands with root privileges by sending specially crafted request parameters, potentially leading to complete system compromise. Users are urged to review the security advisory and apply the necessary patches to mitigate risks associated with this vulnerability.

Affected Version(s)

EKI-1242EIMS 0 <= 1.06.01

EKI-1242IEIMS 0 <= 1.06.01

References

https://www.nozominetworks.com/labs/vulnerability-advisor...
third-party-advisory
https://advcloudfiles.advantech.com/cms/5dafee28-ad53-4d0...
vendor-advisory

CVSS V4

Score:
8.6
Severity:
HIGH
Confidentiality:
High
Integrity:
High
Availability:
High
Attack Vector:
Network
Attack Complexity:
Low
Attack Required:
None
Privileges Required:
Undefined
User Interaction:
None

Timeline

  • Vulnerability published

  • Vulnerability Reserved

Credit

Simone Bossi at Nozomi Networks
.