Review reviewHigh

CVE-2026-8663

Rapid7 InsightConnect RPM Plugin, insightconnect rpm, linux kernel

OS Command Injection vulnerability in Rapid7 InsightConnect RPM Plugin on Linux allows authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary OS commands via the repo, key, or name parameters due to insufficient input sanitization in shell command construction.

CVSS
8.8
EPSS
0.83%
53.5% percentile
CISA KEV
Not listed
Published
2026.06.25
PRIORITY ASSESSMENT

Review review

The CVSS severity warrants an early asset and exposure review.

Known exploitationNot established by KEV
Exploit probability0.83%
Technical severityCVSS 8.8

Vulnerability overview

OS Command Injection vulnerability in Rapid7 InsightConnect RPM Plugin on Linux allows authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary OS commands via the repo, key, or name parameters due to insufficient input sanitization in shell command construction.

Affected product and versions

Product
Rapid7 InsightConnect RPM Plugin, insightconnect rpm, linux kernel
Affected versions
< 1.0.2
Fixed versions
1.0.2

Recommended response sequence

Confirm exposure before applying a vendor-supported change.

Full remediation guide
  1. 1
    Identify

    Confirm that Rapid7 InsightConnect RPM Plugin, insightconnect rpm, linux kernel and an affected version are present.

  2. 2
    Prioritize

    Combine exploitation signals with asset exposure and business criticality.

  3. 3
    Remediate

    Follow the vendor advisory or supported update path and preserve rollback options.

  4. 4
    Verify

    Recheck the version, service health, access paths, and relevant logs.

Technical data

CVSS vector
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
CWE
CWE-78
CVE-2026-8663 — Rapid7 InsightConnect RPM Plugin, insightconnect rpm, linux kernel | SECUFOCUS NOW