CVE-2026-1840
CWE-306Published: June 24, 2026· Updated: Jun 25, 2026
Official Description
The Aclara Metrum Cellular Web Interface is vulnerable to unauthorized access due to the absence of authentication controls on critical system functions. This weakness exposes essential configuration settings, allowing attackers to alter operational parameters and trigger system restarts without restriction. Such unauthorized changes can disrupt normal functionality and, if performed repeatedly, may lead to a loss of communications to the device.
Technical Analysis
CVE-2026-1840 can be exploited remotely over the network without requiring physical or adjacent access, significantly expanding the attack surface for threat actors.
The vulnerability requires no privileges and no user interaction, making it a prime target for automated exploitation campaigns and worm-like propagation.
A successful exploit results in availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 7.5.
CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown
Exploit & PoC Resources
News & Research Mentioning CVE-2026-1840
View CSAF Summary Successful exploitation of this vulnerability could allow attackers to manipulate critical device settings and repeatedly disrupt operations, potentially causing a loss of communications to the device. The following versions of Hubbell Aclara Metrum Cellular Web Interface are affected: Aclara Metrum Cellular Web Interface CVSS Vendor Equipment Vulnerabilities v3 7.5 Hubbell Hubbell Aclara Metrum Cellular Web Interface Missing Authentication for Critical Function Background Critical Infrastructure Sectors: Energy Countries/Areas Deployed: United States Company Headquarters Location: United States Vulnerabilities Expand All + CVE-2026-1840 The Aclara Metrum Cellular Web Interface is vulnerable to unauthorized access due to the absence [xlite_meta score:73 src:CISA Alerts xlite_fp:8fd8d4aa5ce21c2f10febed7c8adfd1021308b1510f6c4a42edb03472cc36091]
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Recommended Actions
- →Apply vendor patches immediately
- →Monitor CVE-2026-1840 in threat intel feeds
- →Review IDS/IPS signatures for exploitation attempts