CVE-2026-38717 InHand Networks CVE debrief

Who should care

Security teams and administrators responsible for InHand Networks IR912 and IR915 devices should prioritize patching this vulnerability to prevent potential exploitation. The vulnerability has a high impact on the affected systems, and timely patching is essential to prevent potential attacks.

Technical summary

The vulnerability is caused by a lack of proper input validation in the file upload function of InHand Networks IR912 and IR915 devices. This allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary commands as root. The vulnerability has a CVSS score of 9.8 and is classified as CRITICAL. The affected products are IR912 V1.0.0.r20042 and IR915 V1.0.0.r20042, including earlier versions. Security teams should prioritize patching to prevent potential exploitation. The vulnerability has a high impact on the affected systems, and timely patching is essential to prevent potential attacks. Additionally, implementing network segmentation, monitoring device logs, and conducting regular security audits can help mitigate the risk.

Defensive priority

High

Recommended defensive actions

• Apply patches or updates provided by the vendor to address the vulnerability
• Implement network segmentation to limit access to vulnerable devices
• Monitor device logs for suspicious activity
• Conduct regular security audits and vulnerability assessments
• Consider implementing compensating controls, such as web application firewalls
• Review and update incident response plans to address potential exploitation
• Verify the integrity of affected systems and monitor for signs of exploitation

Evidence notes

The CVE record was published on 2026-06-18T17:16:30.420Z and was last modified on 2026-06-22T17:48:43.367Z. The NVD entry is currently Analyzed. The vulnerability affects InHand Networks IR912 V1.0.0.r20042 and IR915 V1.0.0.r20042, including earlier versions. The evidence is limited to the provided CVE and NVD details.

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