Name: CVE-2026-19042: Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in an OS Command
Creator: Rapid7
Published: 2026-08-26T00:00:00.000Z
License: https://www.rapid7.com/legal/website-terms-of-use/
Keywords: CVE, CVE-2026-19042, CWE-78, CVSS 8.8, EPSS 0.01763

A command injection vulnerability in TeamViewer Full Client and Host for Linux prior to version 15.81.5 allows a remote attacker to execute arbitrary commands in the context of the current user via a specially crafted URL sent through the out-of-session chat feature. Exploitation requires user interaction by clicking the malicious link.

CVSS Details

CVSS 3.1 Base Score: 8.8
CVSS 3.1 Vector: (CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:R/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H)

Covered by Rapid7

Product	Vendor Advisory	Solution File	Added	Published
Teamviewer Host	—	Upgrade TeamViewer Host to the latest version	Oct 20, 2026	Aug 26, 2026
Teamviewer Remote	—	Upgrade TeamViewer Remote to the latest version	Oct 20, 2026	Aug 26, 2026

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CVSS Details

Covered by Rapid7

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