CVE-2026-9261
CRITICALCVSS 9.8/10EPSS 0.18%
Last modified
CVE-2026-9261 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Use of weak SSH cryptographic algorithms in Canon EOS Network Setting Tool Version 1.5.0 or earlier. EPSS estimates a 0.18% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Use of weak SSH cryptographic algorithms in Canon EOS Network Setting Tool Version 1.5.0 or earlier
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CVSS:4.0/AV:N/AC:H/AT:N/PR:N/UI:P/VC:H/VI:H/VA:N/SC:N/SI:N/SA:N/E:X/CR:X/IR:X/AR:X/MAV:X/MAC:X/MAT:X/MPR:X/MUI:X/MVC:X/MVI:X/MVA:X/MSC:X/MSI:X/MSA:X/S:X/AU:X/R:X/V:X/RE:X/U:X
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Canon | Eos Network Setting Tool | < 1.5.1 |
References
- https://psirt.canon/advisory-information/cp2026-005/Vendor Advisory
- https://www.canon-europe.com/support/product-security/Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-9261?
Use of weak SSH cryptographic algorithms in Canon EOS Network Setting Tool Version 1.5.0 or earlier
How severe is CVE-2026-9261?
CVE-2026-9261 has a CVSS score of 9.8/10 (CRITICAL severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.18% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-9261?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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