CVE-2026-66138
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CVE-2026-66138 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 7.2/10 on the CVSS scale. In OpenStack Ironic Python Agent through 11.6.0, a project-scoped user with the manager role can achieve arbitrary code execution on a running Ironic-Python-Agent via a maliciously constructed configuration, because the value of ntp_server is passed to a shell.. EPSS estimates a 0.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
In OpenStack Ironic Python Agent through 11.6.0, a project-scoped user with the manager role can achieve arbitrary code execution on a running Ironic-Python-Agent via a maliciously constructed configuration, because the value of ntp_server is passed to a shell.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:H/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| OpenStack | Ironic Python Agent | 11.6.0; >= 11.3.0, <= 11.5.1; >= 11.0.0, <= 11.2.1; >= 6.0.0, <= 10.2.3 |
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Timeline
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- Status
- Deferred
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