CVE-2026-41501 Details
Description
electerm is an open-sourced terminal/ssh/sftp/telnet/serialport/RDP/VNC/Spice/ftp client. Prior to version 3.3.8, a command injection vulnerability exists in github.com/elcterm/electerm/npm/install.js:130. The runLinux() function appends attacker-controlled remote version strings directly into an exec("rm -rf ...") command without validation. This issue has been patched in version 3.3.8.
A command injection vulnerability has been identified in Electerm versions prior to 3.3.8. The issue arises in the NPM installation script, where the 'runLinux()' function improperly appends remote version strings, controlled by an attacker, directly into a command executed by 'exec()' to remove files. This lack of validation could allow for arbitrary command execution, manipulation of local files, and potential escalation of access to development or runtime assets.
Users can upgrade to Electerm version 3.3.8 or later, which has addressed this vulnerability. The latest version can be downloaded from the Electerm GitHub releases page.
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CISA-ADP
Assessed May 8, 2026References to Advisories, Solutions, and Tools
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Weakness Enumeration
| CWE-ID | CWE Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| CWE-77 | Improper Neutralization of Special Elements used in a Command ('Command Injection') | [email protected] |
Affected Products
| Product | Versions |
|---|---|
| electerm project electerm | < 3.3.8 |
CPE
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Change History
4 change records found show changes
| Date | Action | Recorded By |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | [email protected] |
| Jun 17, 2026 | CVE Modified | CISA-ADP |
| May 8, 2026 | Initial Analysis | [email protected] |
| May 8, 2026 | New CVE Received | [email protected] |