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NASA ground control software vulnerability could allow spacecraft access
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Fusion42 · 21 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
NASA's AMMOS Instrument Toolkit (AIT) up to version 2.5.1 has a critical vulnerability allowing attackers to gain unauthenticated access to command spacecraft and execute server-side scripts via the AIT-GUI web interface. Operators are advised to upgrade to version 2.5.2 and review security measures to prevent exploitation.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Government & Space, and 2 sources have reported it between 18 Aug 2026 and 21 Aug 2026.
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NASA's ground control software flaw exposes spacecraft to remote hacking risk. You must act now to secure interfaces exposed to operator browsers or risk losing operational control.
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2 sources · first reported 18 Aug 2026 · latest 21 Aug 2026
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