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CVE-2026-16488 (GCVE-0-2026-16488)

Vulnerability from cvelistv5 – Published: 2026-07-21 23:15 – Updated: 2026-07-22 13:00 X_Open Source
VLAI
Title
QUSETIONS MiniCode-Python Project File config.py subprocess.Popen os command injection
Summary
A vulnerability was determined in QUSETIONS MiniCode-Python 0.1.0. This vulnerability affects the function subprocess.Popen of the file minicode/config.py of the component Project File Handler. Executing a manipulation can lead to os command injection. The attack may be launched remotely. A high complexity level is associated with this attack. It is stated that the exploitability is difficult. The exploit has been publicly disclosed and may be utilized. Upgrading to version 0.1.0-rc1 is able to resolve this issue. This patch is called 9d868dc2550f426c6ddf8ee98f30ffe450ca5e32. It is suggested to upgrade the affected component.
SSVC
Exploitation: poc Automatable: no Technical Impact: partial
CISA Coordinator · CISA-ADP (v2.0.3)
Decision recorded 2026-07-22 13:00 UTC
CWE
Impacted products
Vendor Product Version CPE status
QUSETIONS MiniCode-Python Affected: 0.1.0
Unaffected: 0.1.0-rc1
    cpe:2.3:a:qusetions:minicode-python:*:*:*:*:*:*:*:*
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