What is the CVSS score of CVE-2026-26741?

CVE-2026-26741 has a CVSS 3.1 base score of 8.1 (High). CVSS vector: CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H. EPSS exploitation probability: 0.0%.

Which versions of Px4 Drone Autopilot are affected by CVE-2026-26741?

CVE-2026-26741 affects PX4 Autopilot systems (versions 1.12.x-1.15.x) and poses a HIGH risk due to a mode-switching logic flaw that could be exploited via publicly available proof-of-concept code.

Is there a public PoC exploit available for CVE-2026-26741?

Yes, a public proof-of-concept exploit is available for CVE-2026-26741. Prioritise patching immediately. EPSS: 0.0%.

How to fix or mitigate CVE-2026-26741?

Within 24 hours: Inventory all systems running PX4 Autopilot versions 1.12.x through 1.15.x and isolate affected devices from operational use if feasible; restrict network access to these systems. Within 7 days: Implement network segmentation to limit lateral movement from compromised autopilot systems; establish monitoring for suspicious mode-switching commands; document a rollback plan. Within 30 days: Plan and execute upgrade to PX4 version 1.16.x or later once patches are released; test thoroughly in staging environments before production deployment; maintain daily communication with vendor for patch availability status.

Px4 Drone Autopilot CVE-2026-26741

HIGH

Missing Authorization (CWE-862)

2026-03-10 cve@mitre.org

Authentication Bypass Px4 Drone Autopilot

8.1

CVSS 3.1 · NVD

Severity by source

NVD PRIMARY

8.1 HIGH

AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H

Primary rating from NVD · only source for this CVE.

CVSS VectorNVD

CVSS:3.1/AV:A/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:N/I:H/A:H

Attack Vector

Adjacent

Attack Complexity

Low

Privileges Required

None

User Interaction

None

Scope

Unchanged

Confidentiality

None

Integrity

High

Availability

High

Lifecycle Timeline

Analysis Generated

Mar 12, 2026 - 21:55 vuln.today

PoC Detected

Mar 12, 2026 - 17:05 vuln.today

Public exploit code

CVE Published

Mar 10, 2026 - 19:17 nvd

HIGH 8.1

DescriptionCVE.org

PX4 Autopilot versions 1.12.x through 1.15.x contain a logic flaw in the mode switching mechanism. When switching from Auto mode to Manual mode while the drone is in the "ARMED" state (after landing and before the automatic disarm triggered by the COM_DISARM_LAND parameter), the system lacks a throttle threshold safety check for the physical throttle stick. This flaw can directly cause the drone to lose control, experience rapid uncontrolled ascent (flyaway), and result in property damage

AnalysisAI

PX4 Autopilot versions 1.12.x through 1.15.x contain a logic flaw in the mode switching mechanism. [CVSS 8.1 HIGH]

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Attack ChainAIDerived

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Access

Land drone in Auto mode

Exploit

Switch to Manual mode while ARMED

Execution

Manipulate physical throttle stick

Impact

Trigger uncontrolled ascent

Access

Land drone in Auto mode

Exploit

Switch to Manual mode while ARMED

Execution

Manipulate physical throttle stick

Impact

Trigger uncontrolled ascent

Vulnerability AssessmentAI

Exploitation	PX4 Autopilot versions 1.12.x through 1.15.x with drone in ARMED state after landing but before COM_DISARM_LAND automatic disarm triggers. … Additional conditions and limiting factors are described in the full assessment.
Risk Assessment	CVSS 8.1 (HIGH). … Full risk analysis with EPSS, KEV, and SSVC signal comparison available after sign-in.
Exploit Scenario	An attacker could exploit this vulnerability to compromise the affected system.
Remediation	Monitor vendor advisories for a patch. Detailed patch versions, workarounds, and compensating controls in full report.

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Within 24 hours: Inventory all systems running PX4 Autopilot versions 1.12.x through 1.15.x and isolate affected devices from operational use if feasible; restrict network access to these systems. …

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Px4 Drone Autopilot CVE-2026-26741

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