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Zyxel switch hacks traced to a true zero-day, not an old bug

Attacks first blamed on a patched flaw actually used CVE-2026-107441, an out-of-bounds write that allows OS commands through crafted HTTP requests.

CVE-2026-107441ZyxelNetwork gear
Updated 9 Nov 2026

Attacks first blamed on a patched flaw actually used CVE-2026-107441, an out-of-bounds write that allows OS commands through crafted HTTP requests.

What to do

Treat this as urgent. Check whether you run the affected product, apply the vendor fix, and review logs for signs of compromise from before the patch.

Original reporting: SecurityWeek

Original reporting: SecurityWeek

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