CVE-2026-12991: Software Security Vulnerability Vulnerability

HIGH
Advisory Identifier: GHSA-55c3-q2mc-rv5w
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CWE-300
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Advisory Summary

CVE-2026-12991 is a HIGH security vulnerability vulnerability (CWE-300: Channel Accessible by Non-Endpoint) affecting Software libraries in the Maven ecosystem. The weakness occurs when the product does not adequately verify the identity of actors at both ends of a communication channel, or does not adequately ensure the integrity of the channel, in a way that allows the channel to be accessed or influenced by an actor that is not an endpoint.. Remediation is available in the latest vendor maintenance releases.

CVE-2026-12991 at a Glance

CVE Identifier CVE-2026-12991
GHSA Identifier GHSA-55c3-q2mc-rv5w
Severity HIGH
CVSS v3.1 Base Score N/A
CWE Classification CWE-300: Channel Accessible by Non-Endpoint
Affected Product Software
Package Ecosystem Maven
Published Date
Last Updated

How to Fix CVE-2026-12991

To remediate this vulnerability, upgrade all affected Software dependencies to a patched release. Both direct and transitive dependencies should be checked, as frameworks or security libraries may pull in vulnerable versions transitively.

Verify Direct and Transitive Dependencies

Run the following command in your project directory to verify that all resolved dependencies use the patched release: 

mvn dependency:tree

How to Check if You Are Affected

To determine whether your Java application is affected by CVE-2026-12991, inspect your build dependencies using the Maven Dependency Plugin:

mvn dependency:tree

Analyze the terminal output to locate any version of Software in your dependency tree. If any resolved version matches the vulnerable ranges listed in the table below (for example, versions earlier than the patched release), your application is affected.

Note: The mvn dependency:tree command inspects the resolved dependency graph declared in your project's POM files; it does not perform automated security scanning or inspect runtime dynamic classpaths. Always verify runtime container classpaths and shaded JARs.

Technical Details

Vulnerability Mechanism & Technical Analysis

This vulnerability is classified under CWE-300: Channel Accessible by Non-Endpoint, where the product does not adequately verify the identity of actors at both ends of a communication channel, or does not adequately ensure the integrity of the channel, in a way that allows the channel to be accessed or influenced by an actor that is not an endpoint. In Software, software state validation or input boundaries are circumvented during processing. Review the official source advisory statement below for specific affected components, classes, and reproduction details.

Source Advisory Statement

The lack of cryptographic mechanisms to ensure the integrity and authenticity of communications in Ghost Robotics' Vision 60 robot (APK v5.5.0) exposes the system to man-in-the-middle attacks. An attacker located on the local network can use ARP spoofing and selective traffic blocking techniques to intercept and manipulate packets between the legitimate operator and the robot. This allows the attacker to disconnect the original controller, establish unauthorized communications, and prevent the operator from regaining control of the device, seriously compromising the confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA) of operations.

References

NVD — CVE-2026-12991 NVD
https://nvd.nist.gov/vuln/detail/CVE-2026-12991
www.incibe.es/en/incibe-cert/noti... WEB
https://www.incibe.es/en/incibe-cert/notices/aviso-sci/multiple-vulnerabilities-ghost-robotics-vision-60

Frequently Asked Questions

What is CVE-2026-12991?
CVE-2026-12991 is a security vulnerability in Software classified as a security vulnerability vulnerability under CWE-300: Channel Accessible by Non-Endpoint.
Which Software versions are affected?
Affected versions include releases prior to current release patches.
What version fixes CVE-2026-12991?
Upgrading to current release patches (or the latest patched release for your respective branch) resolves the vulnerability.
What CWE is associated with CVE-2026-12991?
CVE-2026-12991 is classified under CWE-300: Channel Accessible by Non-Endpoint (The product does not adequately verify the identity of actors at both ends of a communication channel, or does not adequately ensure the integrity of the channel, in a way that allows the channel to be accessed or influenced by an actor that is not an endpoint.).
How can I check Maven dependencies for CVE-2026-12991?
Run the dependency tree command: 'mvn dependency:tree'. This command lists direct and transitive dependencies in your build configuration so you can verify if a vulnerable version is resolved.
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