# CVE-2026-12161: Remote Desktop Manager: Improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command ('OS command injection')

CVE-2026-12161 is fixed in Remote Desktop Manager on 1 platform by Remote Desktop Manager 2026.2.8.0 (version 2026.2.8.0), released June 5, 2026. It is not reported as exploited. Patch Radar priority: High.

- Web page: https://patchblox.com/security/cve/CVE-2026-12161
- Priority: High
- CVSS: 8.8
- EPSS: 0.0044
- CISA KEV: not listed
- Exploited (vendor report): no
- Publicly disclosed: no
- Published: Jun 16, 2026
- Weakness: CWE-78: Improper neutralization of special elements used in an OS command ('OS command injection')
- Vendor advisory: https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-12161

## Description

Improper input validation in the SSH Elevate Shell feature allows an authenticated user  with permission to create or modify a shared SSH entry to execute  arbitrary commands on a remote SSH host using stored elevation  credentials via a crafted alternate username and user interaction with  the Elevate Shell action.  This affects  :  - Remote Desktop Manager 2026.2.5.0 through 2026.2.7.0  - Remote Desktop Manager 2026.1.23.0 and earlier

## Where it's fixed

| Platform | Product | Fixed in | Fix | Released |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windows apps | Remote Desktop Manager | 2026.2.8.0 | [Remote Desktop Manager 2026.2.8.0](https://patchblox.com/security/data/fix/windows-app/devolutions.remotedesktopmanager-2026.2.8.0.md) | Jun 5, 2026 |

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