Search: “remote-desktop”

Parallels Desktop Vulnerability Lets Non-Admin Mac Users Execute Code as Root

JFrog researchers disclosed CVE-2026-90894, a critical Parallels Desktop local privilege escalation letting non-admin Mac users execute code as root; fixed in 27.0.0.

JFrog researchers found that Parallels Desktop's privileged prl_disp_service daemon on macOS accepts unsigned local clients through a world-writable socket and allows argument injection into a tar command during appliance installation. Injecting the --use-compress-program option makes tar execute an attacker-controlled program as root, and a one-line proof of concept yielded a root shell without needing a running virtual machine. The flaw, dubbed ParaShells, was confirmed in Parallels Desktop 26.4.0 build 57513 on Apple Silicon and is fixed in version 27.0.0. No exploitation in the wild has been reported; administrators should inventory and upgrade affected installations and restrict local account access.

Cyber Security News·updated Sep 16, 13:14 UTC · 22h ago·first Sep 16, 09:24 UTC · 1d agoVulnerability 4 sourcesCVE-2026-90894

September Windows Server updates break Remote Desktop Services

September 2026 Windows Server cumulative updates cause Remote Desktop Services failures on Server 2019, 2022 and 2025, forcing some admins to roll back.

Admins report Remote Desktop Services failures after installing September 2026 Patch Tuesday updates KB5122876 (Server 2019), KB5122882 (Server 2022), and KB5122871 (Server 2025), with connections hanging, sessions failing after logout, and some systems requiring hard resets. One administrator debugging Server 2022 observed an apparent deadlock between RDP and the Local Session Manager, though Microsoft has not confirmed a root cause. Rolling back the updates restores RDS functionality but removes this month's security fixes. Microsoft had not responded to inquiries at publication time.

BleepingComputer·updated Sep 11, 04:46 UTC · 6d ago·first Sep 10, 20:34 UTC · 6d agoVulnerability 2 sources1

Microsoft: September updates cause RDS failures on Windows Server

Microsoft confirms September 2026 Patch Tuesday updates break Remote Desktop Services on Windows Server 2012+; Group Policy mitigations and rollback workarounds available.

Microsoft confirmed that September 2026 Patch Tuesday security updates cause Remote Desktop Services failures on Windows Server 2012 and later, plus Windows 10 and Windows 11. Symptoms include unstable RDS, RDP connection failures after several minutes, sign-in issues, servers hanging at 'Please wait for the Remote Desktop Configuration,' and unresponsive MMC, RDS Licensing Diagnoser, and File Explorer. Microsoft published per-version Group Policy mitigations (covering KBs such as KB5124008, KB5122880, KB5122878, KB5122871, KB5122882, KB5122876, KB5123099, KB5123065, KB5123066) and suggests restarting affected VMs. Rolling back the updates restores RDS functionality but removes this month's security fixes.

BleepingComputer·updated Sep 15, 08:40 UTC · 2d ago·first Sep 14, 09:50 UTC · 3d agoAdvisory 3 sources1

Microsoft Confirms Remote Desktop Services Might Stop Working Following Sept. 2026 Security Update

Microsoft's September 2026 Patch Tuesday updates (KB5124008) can break Remote Desktop Services, causing RDP failures and freezes across Windows clients and servers.

Microsoft confirmed its September 2026 security updates, including KB5124008 for Windows 11 24H2/25H2, introduced a reliability regression where RDP connections fail after several minutes and servers hang at the 'Please wait for the Remote Desktop Configuration' screen. MMC, RDS Licensing Diagnoser, File Explorer, and the Windows Update settings page may also stop responding. The issue affects Windows 10/11 clients and Windows Server 2012 through 2025; Microsoft marked it Mitigated on September 11 and is developing a permanent fix, with VM restart offered as a temporary workaround.

Cyber Security News·Sep 14, 10:43 UTC · 3d agoAdvisory1

Windows Remote Desktop Client Vulnerability Allows Attackers to Execute Remote Code

Microsoft patched CVE-2026-69485, an 8.8 CVSS RCE flaw in the Windows Remote Desktop Client affecting Windows 10/11 and Server 2016-2025.

Microsoft's September 2026 updates fix CVE-2026-69485, an Important-rated remote code execution vulnerability (CVSS 3.1: 8.8, temporal 7.7) in the Windows Remote Desktop Client caused by use of an uninitialized resource. An authenticated attacker with low privileges could send a specially crafted network request to execute code on an affected server, with no user interaction required. Microsoft says the flaw was not publicly disclosed before patching and rates exploitation as 'Less Likely' with no evidence of active exploitation. Affected products span Windows Server 2016, 2019, 2022 and 2025 and Windows 10 (1607-22H2) and Windows 11 (23H2-26H1), with fixes delivered via KBs including KB5123099, KB5122876 and KB5122882.

Cyber Security News·Sep 9, 10:10 UTC · 8d agoVulnerabilityCVE-2026-694851

Zero Day Initiative — CVE-2026-33824: Remote Code Execution in Windows ...

ZDI details CVE-2026-33824, a double-free in Windows IKEv2 fragment reassembly enabling unauthenticated remote code execution as SYSTEM on Windows.

Zero Day Initiative published technical analysis of CVE-2026-33824, a double-free in the Windows IKE Extension (ikeext.dll) caused by improper ownership handling of a heap blob pointer during IKEv2 fragment reassembly in IkeReinjectReassembledPacket(). A remote unauthenticated attacker can send a crafted IKE_SA_INIT message with a Security Realm Vendor ID followed by fragmented IKE_AUTH payloads to trigger the double free. Successful exploitation could yield arbitrary code execution under the IKEEXT service context (SYSTEM). ZDI also provided IDS detection guidance correlating the two-packet sequence on UDP ports 500 and 4500.

Web discovery (articles for new exploits & KEV entries)·Sep 7, 19:06 UTC · 9d agoVulnerabilityCVE-2026-33824

[webapps] Grav CMS 2.0.7 - RCE

A proof-of-concept exploit for remote code execution in Grav CMS 2.0.7 has been published on Exploit-DB.

Exploit-DB lists a public proof-of-concept exploit for a remote code execution vulnerability in Grav CMS 2.0.7. The listing is for web applications and provides code defenders can use to reproduce the issue. No exploitation in the wild or CVE assignment is stated in the listing.

Exploit-DB·Sep 1, 00:00 UTC · 16d agoExploit / PoC

Top 10 Best Browser Isolation Solutions in 2026

A 2026 market overview ranks ten remote browser isolation tools, with Menlo Security as the pure-play reference as SSE vendors bundle isolation.

The article compares ten remote browser isolation (RBI) options, including Menlo Security, Zscaler, Cloudflare, Palo Alto Networks, Broadcom (Symantec), Forcepoint, Skyhigh Security, Ericom (Cradlepoint), Authentic8, and Garrison. It argues that RBI has become a bundled policy action inside SSE platforms from Zscaler, Cloudflare, Palo Alto, Broadcom, Forcepoint, and Skyhigh, compressing standalone pricing and driving consolidation such as Ericom's isolation moving under Cradlepoint (Ericsson). Enterprise browsers like Island and Chrome Enterprise Premium are reshaping the RBI-versus-browser decision for managed users, while selective policy-driven isolation of risky categories is described as the prevailing 2026 architecture. The piece is a buyer's guide with vendor positioning, not an incident or vulnerability report.

Cyber Security News·Sep 11, 07:01 UTC · 6d agoIndustry

Jev Ultrafast: A browser agent with a dynamic, indexed action space

browser-use released Jev Ultrafast, an open-source browser agent that uses a dynamic, indexed action space for web automation.

Hacker News is linking to the browser-use Jev Ultrafast GitHub repository, described as a browser agent with a dynamic, indexed action space. The submission reached 40 points and 4 comments. The source text contains only submission metadata, so architecture and benchmark details are not available.

Hacker News · AI·03:12 UTC · 8h agoAI tools & infraHN 40↑ · 4 comments

Honeypot-Omaha and batch.py [Guest Diary], (Wed, Sep 2nd)

A SANS ISC guest diary describes batch.py, a Python tool that consolidates honeypot logs and enriches IOCs with threat intelligence data.

Written by a SANS.edu BACS intern, the diary explains analysis of the DShield Honeypot-Omaha sensor, which uses Cowrie to emulate SSH and Telnet and log attacker activity. The author's batch.py script implements a four-phase pipeline with SHA-256-generated master and guest authentication to consolidate JSON and log files, correlate data via external APIs, and produce MITRE, CVE, geolocation, threat-score and fingerprint enrichment for investigated indicators.

SANS Internet Storm Center·Sep 3, 02:02 UTC · 14d agoTools1

[webapps] Ghost_CMS 6.19.0 - Remote Code Execution

A public proof-of-concept demonstrates remote code execution in Ghost CMS 6.19.0, the widely deployed open-source publishing platform.

Exploit-DB lists a remote code execution proof of concept affecting Ghost CMS version 6.19.0. Ghost is a popular open-source platform used by publishers and blogs worldwide. The listing does not cite a CVE id or report in-the-wild exploitation.

Exploit-DB·Sep 2, 00:00 UTC · 15d agoExploit / PoC1

SMOKE#SCREEN Campaign Abuses ScreenConnect to Give Attackers Remote Control Access

Security Affairs·Aug 9, 11:05 UTC · Aug 9, 2026Threat actor2

[remote] PCMan 2.0.7 - Buffer Overflow

A remote buffer overflow in PCMan 2.0.7 has a public proof-of-concept exploit published on Exploit-DB.

Exploit-DB listing 52657 discloses a remote buffer overflow vulnerability in PCMan version 2.0.7. A proof-of-concept exploit is publicly available, allowing attackers to potentially crash or compromise affected instances. The listing includes no CVE identifier and reports no observed exploitation in the wild.

Exploit-DB·Aug 18, 00:00 UTC · Aug 18, 2026Exploit / PoC1

[webapps] Joomla JCE_2.9.15 - Remote Code Execution

A remote code execution proof of concept for Joomla Content Editor (JCE) 2.9.15 was published on Exploit-DB.

Exploit-DB added a webapps proof-of-concept for remote code execution affecting the Joomla Content Editor (JCE) component version 2.9.15. JCE is a widely deployed editor extension used on Joomla websites. The entry provides no CVE id and no evidence of in-the-wild exploitation.

Exploit-DB·Aug 17, 00:00 UTC · Aug 17, 2026Exploit / PoC1

U.S. CISA adds Apple macOS, Microsoft SharePoint, Broadcom VMware vCenter, and Microsoft IKE flaws to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog

CISA adds actively exploited flaws in Microsoft IKE, SharePoint, VMware vCenter, and macOS Screen Sharing to KEV catalog, due August 21.

CISA added four vulnerabilities to its Known Exploited Vulnerabilities catalog: CVE-2026-33824 (Windows IKE remote code execution, CVSS 9.8), CVE-2026-55040 (SharePoint JWT authentication bypass, CVSS 9.1), CVE-2026-59310 (VMware vCenter Syslog path traversal, CVSS 9.8), and CVE-2026-65400 (macOS Screen Sharing improper authentication). The SharePoint flaw combines four weaknesses including alg:none JWT forging to impersonate any user, with Defused researchers observing attackers using Rapid7's PoC against honeypots. The Dutch NCSC confirmed active exploitation of the macOS Screen Sharing flaw on August 15, 2026. Federal agencies must patch by August 21, 2026.

Security Affairs·Aug 19, 07:19 UTC · 29d agoExploit / PoC in the wildCVE-2026-33824CVE-2026-55040CVE-2026-59310+1 CVEs

PEEP Turns Chrome and Edge Into Post-Compromise Backdoors for Host Command Execution

SOCRadar disclosed PEEP, a post-exploitation Chromium extension toolkit that turns Chrome and Edge into host-level backdoors via native messaging and C2 polling.

SOCRadar researchers detailed PEEP, a Chromium-based post-exploitation toolkit masquerading as a 'Smart Bookmarks' extension injected directly into Chrome and Edge profiles by forging Secure Preferences integrity values, bypassing Web Store checks. A native-messaging host binary (nm_host.exe) extends the browser agent to host-level command execution, file management, credential theft, and session hijacking, while the extension polls C2 endpoints at 206.237.30.232 or xfjcc.fun every 30 seconds over plaintext HTTP and exfiltrates browsing history, cookies, and tab metadata. PEEP is derived from the open-source RedExt red teaming framework, adds PowerShell persistence scripts, and includes a Linux-targeting Python script, suggesting cross-platform intent. The activity is unattributed but contains Chinese-language artifacts; a C2 /health endpoint showed 34 agent entries and 10 active sessions.

The Hacker News·Sep 7, 18:12 UTC · 9d agoMalware in the wild1

CVE-2026-33824: CISA Flags Windows IKE RCE as Exploited

CISA added four actively exploited vulnerabilities to its KEV catalog, headlined by CVE-2026-33824, a Windows IKE Service Extensions remote code execution flaw.

CISA's KEV addition, dated August 18, covers CVE-2026-33824 in Windows IKE Service Extensions, CVE-2026-55040 in on-premises Microsoft SharePoint Server, CVE-2026-59310 in Broadcom VMware vCenter, and CVE-2026-65400 in Apple macOS Screen Sharing. KEV listing confirms observed exploitation in the wild. Three of the four products are frequently deployed as high-value enterprise infrastructure, including remote-access endpoints and collaboration platforms.

Web discovery (articles for new exploits & KEV entries)·Sep 8, 10:37 UTC · 9d agoExploit / PoC in the wildCVE-2026-33824CVE-2026-55040CVE-2026-59310+1 CVEs1

[webapps] Wolf CMS 0.8.3.1 - RCE v

A proof-of-concept exploit for remote code execution in Wolf CMS 0.8.3.1 has been published on Exploit-DB.

Exploit-DB lists a public proof-of-concept exploit for a remote code execution vulnerability in Wolf CMS 0.8.3.1. The listing is categorized under web applications. No exploitation in the wild or CVE identifier is stated in the listing.

Exploit-DB·Sep 1, 00:00 UTC · 16d agoExploit / PoC1

[remote] CVE-2026-42167 - ProFTPD mod_sql post-authentication SQLi - RCE

Exploit-DB published a PoC for CVE-2026-42167, post-authentication SQL injection in ProFTPD mod_sql leading to remote code execution.

Exploit-DB entry 52658 provides a remote exploit for CVE-2026-42167, a SQL injection in ProFTPD's mod_sql module that is reachable after authentication and can lead to remote code execution. Successful exploitation requires valid credentials on the target FTP service.

Exploit-DB·Aug 25, 00:00 UTC · 23d agoExploit / PoCCVE-2026-421671

ZDI-26-585: OriginLab Origin Viewer OGWU File Parsing Out-Of-Bounds Write Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

ZDI reported an out-of-bounds write in OriginLab Origin Viewer's OGWU parsing (CVE-2026-19885) that allows remote code execution via crafted files.

ZDI-26-585 details an out-of-bounds write vulnerability when OriginLab Origin Viewer parses OGWU files, leading to remote code execution. A successful attack requires the user to open a malicious file or visit a malicious page. The flaw carries a CVSS rating of 7.8 and is tracked as CVE-2026-19885. No in-the-wild exploitation is mentioned.

ZDI Published Advisories·Aug 24, 05:00 UTC · 24d agoVulnerabilityCVE-2026-19885

ZDI-26-648: (Pwn2Own) OpenAI Codex External Control of System or Configuration Setting Remote Code Execution Vulnerability

ZDI published a Pwn2Own advisory for CVE-2026-19590, enabling remote code execution in OpenAI's Codex agent via system or configuration control.

Zero Day Initiative advisory ZDI-26-648 documents an External Control of System or Configuration Setting vulnerability in OpenAI Codex, demonstrated at Pwn2Own. A remote attacker could achieve arbitrary code execution, with user interaction required such as opening malicious content. The flaw is tracked as CVE-2026-19590 with a CVSS rating of 7.8. No exploitation in the wild is reported.

ZDI Published Advisories·Sep 10, 05:00 UTC · 7d agoVulnerability 4 sourcesCVE-2026-195901

[webapps] Metabase 0.61.0 - Authenticated Remote Code Execution

Exploit-DB published an authenticated remote code execution exploit targeting Metabase version 0.61.0.

A new Exploit-DB entry (ID 52680) describes an authenticated remote code execution vulnerability in Metabase 0.61.0. The listing provides minimal detail, but authenticated RCE in a widely deployed BI tool is notable for defenders running exposed instances. No CVE id or in-the-wild exploitation is mentioned in the listing.

Exploit-DB·Sep 3, 00:00 UTC · 14d agoExploit / PoC1

[remote] ipTIME A3004T - Remote Code Execution

A remote code execution exploit was published for ipTIME A3004T routers, a flaw relevant to internet-facing devices.

Exploit-DB published exploit #52644 for the ipTIME A3004T router, demonstrating remote code execution. Router RCE flaws are typically exploitable by unauthenticated attackers on exposed devices. The disclosure text does not report exploitation in the wild.

Exploit-DB·Aug 17, 00:00 UTC · Aug 17, 2026Exploit / PoC

[webapps] FreePBX 17.0.2 - Remote Code Execution (RCE)

Exploit-DB published a remote code execution exploit targeting FreePBX version 17.0.2.

Exploit-DB entry 52681 documents a remote code execution vulnerability in FreePBX 17.0.2, a widely used open-source PBX platform. The listing contains no CVE id, authentication requirement, or evidence of in-the-wild exploitation. FreePBX is commonly internet-facing, so unauthenticated RCE would be significant for exposed deployments.

Exploit-DB·Sep 3, 00:00 UTC · 14d agoExploit / PoC2

Cron Job Injection in Remote Backup

Fortinet FortiSandbox command injection flaw (CVSS 6.7) in remote backup cron jobs lets privileged attackers execute arbitrary code via crafted HTTP requests.

Fortinet advisory FG-IR-26-167 discloses a command injection vulnerability (CWE-77, CVSSv3 6.7) in FortiSandbox's remote backup cron job functionality. A privileged attacker can execute unauthorized code or commands via crafted HTTP requests. The advisory was revised on 2026-09-08.

Fortinet PSIRT·Sep 8, 07:00 UTC · 9d agoAdvisory