Is CVE-2026-8605 actively exploited?

No active exploitation of CVE-2026-8605 has been confirmed so far. Continue monitoring, as exploit status can change.

Can CVE-2026-8605 be exploited remotely?

Yes. CVE-2026-8605 is exploitable remotely over the network (CVSS attack vector: Network).

What is the CVSS score of CVE-2026-8605?

CVE-2026-8605 has a CVSS score of 9.8 (CRITICAL).

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CRITICAL

CVE-2026-8605

CWE-798Published: May 19, 2026· Updated: May 21, 2026

9.8

CVSS v3.1

EPSS:0.05%probability of exploitation in 30 daysPercentile:15.3th

Official Description

In ScadaBR version 1.2.0, a Use of Hard-Coded Credentials vulnerability could allow an attacker to access the SCADA system as admin.

NVD Source

Risk Analysis

A critical use of hard-coded credentials vulnerability exists in ScadaBR version 1.2.0. This flaw allows an attacker to gain administrative access to the SCADA system. The high CVSS score of 9.8 highlights its severity.

There is no known public exploit for this vulnerability at this time. The network attack vector and low attack complexity suggest it is remotely exploitable.

Recommended Action

It is recommended to update ScadaBR to a version that removes hard-coded credentials or implement strong access controls to mitigate this risk.

Generated by the CTIWATCH analysis pipeline from this CVE's metadata (CVSS, EPSS, KEV status, exploit intelligence). Verify against vendor advisories before acting.

Technical Analysis

CVE-2026-8605 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 complete confidentiality breach (data exposure), full integrity compromise (data manipulation), availability disruption (denial of service), with a CVSS base score of 9.8.

CVSS v3.1 Vector Breakdown

Exploitability

Attack VectorNetwork

Attack ComplexityLow

Privileges Req.None

User InteractionNone

ScopeUnchanged

Impact

ConfidentialityHigh

IntegrityHigh

AvailabilityHigh

CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H

Affected Vendors & Products

scadabr1 product

scadabr

Source: NVD CPE · 1 total CPE entries

Exploit & PoC Resources

NO KNOWN EXPLOITNo public exploit confirmed at this time

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Security advisories & exploits

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Official Patches & Advisories

ADVISORYhttps://www.cisa.gov/news-events/ics-advisories/icsa-26-139-03

News & Research Mentioning CVE-2026-8605

ScadaBR

CISA Alerts· May 19, 2026

View CSAF Summary Successful exploitation of these vulnerabilities could allow an attacker to perform unauthenticated remote code execution. The following versions of ScadaBR are affected: ScadaBR 1.2.0 (CVE-2026-8602, CVE-2026-8603, CVE-2026-8604, CVE-2026-8605) CVSS Vendor Equipment Vulnerabilities v3 9.1 ScadaBR ScadaBR Missing Authentication for Critical Function, Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command ('OS Command Injection'), Cross-Site Request Forgery (CSRF), Use of Hard-coded Credentials Background Critical Infrastructure Sectors: Critical Manufacturing, Dams, Chemical, Energy, Water and Wastewater Countries/Areas Deployed: Worldwide Company Headquarters Location: Brazil Vulnerabilities Expand All + CVE-2026-8602 In [xlite_meta score:79 src:CISA Alerts xlite_fp:1d9fabe4f5e8cdab4938dd5825bd7e549e7de4e3d7c6daae635b1e5dba298057]