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9.3

CVE-2026-101986: Juniper J-Web lets unauthenticated user run commands

CVE-2026-101986 · published today
Summary

The web management interface (J-Web) in Junos OS and Junos OS Evolved can be accessed without logging in, allowing an outsider to run scripts with high-level rights. This could let an attacker change settings or take control of the device. Apply the latest software updates from Juniper and limit access to the J-Web interface to trusted networks only.

What to do
  • Update juniper networks junos os to version 23.2R2-S7.7 or later.
  • Update juniper networks junos os evolved to version 23.2R2-S7.7-EVO or later.
Affected software
VendorProductAffected versions
juniper networks junos os < 23.2R2-S7.7
juniper networks junos os evolved < 23.2R2-S7.7-EVO
Original advisory text
Junos OS and Junos OS Evolved: J-Web permits pre-authentication CGI execution
An Improper Authentication vulnerability in J-Web of Juniper Networks Junos OS and Junos OS Evolved allows an unauthenticated network attacker to bypass J-Web authentication and execute CGI content with elevated privileges via a crafted HTTP request.
References
Fix within
Internet-facing 3 days
Internal 60 days
  • Not known to be exploited
  • Can be exploited automatically (estimated)
  • Gives an attacker full control (estimated)
Severity
9.3 Critical
Type
CWE-287Improper Authentication
Timeline
Published14 Oct 2026
Updated14 Oct 2026
First seen14 Oct 2026
Sources
CVE-2026-101986 · MITRE
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