CVE-2026-8037
CriticalExploitedPublic exploitOS Command Injection Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in API in Progress ADC Products allows an un-authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the LoadMaster appliance by exploiting unsanitized input in multiple command endpoints
Published Jun 4, 2026 · Updated Oct 15, 2026
Key Facts
Patch immediately- CVE-2026-8037 is a critical-severity vulnerability (CVSS 9.8 v3.1) affecting Connection Manager For Objectscale (Progress), Ecs Connection Manager (Progress), Moveit Web Application Firewall (Progress) and 4 more products.
- It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Jul 1, 2026. Public exploit code is available.
- EPSS estimates a 77% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- Fixed versions are available, including ECS Connections Manager V7.2.63.2, LoadMaster V7.2.54.18, LoadMaster V7.2.63.2.
- Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
CVSS v3.1
9.8
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
EPSS (30-day exploit likelihood)
77%
Higher than 99.5% of all scored CVEs
Exploited in the wild
Yes
4 catalog listings
Public exploit code
Available
Proof-of-concept or weaponized module
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Description
OS Command Injection Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in API in Progress ADC Products allows an un-authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the LoadMaster appliance by exploiting unsanitized input in multiple command endpoints
Known-Exploited Catalog Listings
| Catalog | Added | Remediation due | Ransomware use |
|---|---|---|---|
| CISA KEV | Aug 7, 2026 | Aug 10, 2026 | Not reported |
| Industry KEV feed | Jul 1, 2026 | Aug 10, 2026 | Not reported |
| CIRCL KEV | Jul 1, 2026 | Aug 10, 2026 | Not reported |
| ENISA EUVD | Aug 7, 2026 | n/a | Not reported |
Required action: Apply mitigations in accordance with vendor instructions, ensuring compliance with CISA’s BOD 26-04 Prioritizing Security Updates Based on Risk (see URL in Notes) guidance and CISA’s “Forensics Triage Requirements” (see URL in Notes). Follow applicable BOD 26-04 guidance for cloud services or discontinue use of the product if mitigations are unavailable. Stakeholders are responsible for evaluating each asset's internet exposure and ensuring adherence to BOD 26-04 patching guidelines.
Affected Products
8 affected entries in total| Product | Affected versions | Fixed in |
|---|---|---|
| Connection Manager For ObjectscaleProgress | See advisory | 7.2.63.2 |
| Ecs Connection ManagerProgress | See advisory | 7.2.63.2 |
| Moveit Web Application FirewallProgress | See advisory | 7.2.63.2 |
| LoadMasterProgress | >= V7.2.60.0 | 7.2.54.18 |
| ECS Connections Manager | >= V7.2.60.0 | V7.2.63.2 |
Patched Releases
ECS Connections Manager
V7.2.63.2
LoadMaster
V7.2.54.18, V7.2.63.2, 7.2.54.18, 7.2.63.2
MOVEit WAF
V7.2.63.2
Object Scale Connection Manager
V7.2.63.2
Connection Manager For Objectscale
7.2.63.2
Ecs Connection Manager
7.2.63.2
Moveit Web Application Firewall
7.2.63.2
Timeline
Publicly disclosed
Jun 4, 2026
Added to Industry KEV feed
Jul 1, 2026
Added to CIRCL KEV
Jul 1, 2026
Added to CISA KEV
Aug 7, 2026
Added to ENISA EUVD
Aug 7, 2026
Last updated
Oct 15, 2026
Weakness Type
- CWE-77 Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection')
References
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
- exploitVulnCheck exploitation report
FAQ
Common Questions.
OS Command Injection Remote Code Execution Vulnerability in API in Progress ADC Products allows an un-authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary commands on the LoadMaster appliance by exploiting unsanitized input in multiple command endpoints
Affected: Connection Manager For Objectscale (Progress); Ecs Connection Manager (Progress); Moveit Web Application Firewall (Progress), among others. The full list is in the CVE brief.
It is exploited in the wild, listed in CISA KEV, Industry KEV feed, CIRCL KEV, ENISA EUVD since Jul 1, 2026.
Yes. It was added on Aug 7, 2026 with a federal remediation due date of Aug 10, 2026.
Public exploit code is available.
Fixed versions are available, including ECS Connections Manager V7.2.63.2, LoadMaster V7.2.54.18, LoadMaster V7.2.63.2.
Brandefense priority: patch immediately, because it is listed as exploited in the wild.
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