RCE in Qusetions Minicode-Python
CVE-2026-16488
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.
Vulnerability class: Command Injection (OS Command Injection)
EPSS: 0.015 (72.3th percentile) — read the EPSS interpretation.
CVSS v3 metric
CVSS v3 base score 5.0 (Medium). Vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:H/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:L/I:L/A:L.
Affected products
- Qusetions Minicode-python — versions 0.1.0, 0.1.0-rc1
Weakness classification (CWE)
References
- cna@vuldb.com (technical-description, vdb-entry)
- cna@vuldb.com (signature, permissions-required)
- cna@vuldb.com (third-party-advisory)
- cna@vuldb.com (third-party-advisory)
- cna@vuldb.com (issue-tracking)
- cna@vuldb.com (issue-tracking)
- cna@vuldb.com (exploit)
- cna@vuldb.com (patch)
- cna@vuldb.com (patch)
- cna@vuldb.com (product)
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2026-16488?
- CVE-2026-16488 is a medium-severity vulnerability in Qusetions Minicode-Python, classified under Command Injection. CVSS score: 5.0/10. Published 2026-07-22.
- How severe is CVE-2026-16488?
- Medium severity. CVSS v3 base score is 5.0 out of 10.