CVE-2026-31196

CVE-2026-31196 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-78.

Key facts

Description

OS command injection vulnerability in the traceroute diagnostic handler in /bin/httpd_clientside in ALTICE LABS / SFR France GR140DG Fibre Router with firmware 3GN8020801R13, 3GN8020802R0A, or 3GN8020803R0A inserts unsanitized user input into a system() call, allowing authenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands as root via crafted destAddr parameters using shell command substitution.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-31196?
OS command injection vulnerability in the traceroute diagnostic handler in /bin/httpd_clientside in ALTICE LABS / SFR France GR140DG Fibre Router with firmware 3GN8020801R13, 3GN8020802R0A, or 3GN8020803R0A inserts unsanitized user input into a system() call, allowing authenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands as root via crafted destAddr parameters using shell command substitution.
How severe is CVE-2026-31196?
CVE-2026-31196 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2026-31196 being actively exploited?
It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 1% (66th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-31196?
Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2026-31196 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
Yes. CVE-2026-31196 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-27337.
When was CVE-2026-31196 published?
CVE-2026-31196 was published on 2026-05-05 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

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