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CVE-2026-72841

CRITICAL · CVSS 9.9 EPSS 0.42% Public Exploit

Source: NVD + CISA KEV + EPSS · Published 2026-08-13 · Last synced 2026-08-14

CyberRota Analysis

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The vulnerability in luci-app-openvpn allows authenticated users to exploit improper validation of the instance_name2 parameter during file uploads, enabling path traversal attacks. This flaw can lead to arbitrary file writes outside the intended directory, allowing attackers to upload malicious payloads that facilitate persistent root code execution by placing SSH keys in system directories. Organizations utilizing luci-app-openvpn should prioritize patching this critical vulnerability to mitigate the risk of unauthorized access and system compromise.

Public Exploit Signal

A public exploit, PoC, GitHub repository or Metasploit reference was detected for this CVE.

Detected Signals
code execution
GitHub PoC Links

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CVE
CVE-2026-72841
Severity
CRITICAL
CVSS
9.9
EPSS
0.42%

Original NVD Description

luci-app-openvpn fails to properly validate the instance_name2 parameter during file upload, allowing authenticated users to perform path traversal and write arbitrary files outside the intended directory. Attackers can upload malicious payloads to gain persistent root code execution by placing SSH keys in system directories accessible on reboot.