CVE-2026-16488 QUSETIONS MiniCode-Python Project File config.py subprocess.Popen os command injection
Remote attackers can execute arbitrary OS commands via subprocess.Popen in MiniCode-Python, requiring high complexity and permissions.
- Exploited in the wild
- Not known
- Login needed
- Not needed
- Attackable
- Over the internet
- Victim action needed
- A user has to click or open something
- Fix
- None listed
What is CVE-2026-16488?
CVE-2026-16488 is a low-severity command injection vulnerability in QUSETIONS MiniCode-Python, published on 21 Jul 2026. An attacker can exploit it over the internet without logging in, and only if a user opens a file or follows a link.
Official description
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.
Which versions are affected by CVE-2026-16488?
How do I fix CVE-2026-16488?
No fix has been published for CVE-2026-16488 yet. Limit exposure of the affected software until one is available.
Upgrade, and pass arguments to programs as a list instead of through a shell. More about Command injection.
Is CVE-2026-16488 being exploited?
It is not confirmed as exploited in the wild, but public exploit code for CVE-2026-16488 exists.
Sources
Also known as GHSA-6mqg-64h7-88w3.