CVE-2026-16796 - Improper neutralization of argument delimiters in AWS Bedrock AgentCore Python SDK install_packages()
Amazon Bedrock ยท 2026-07-23
Actions
Technical Details
| Affected Versions | <1.18.1 |
|---|---|
| Regions | all |
| CVE IDs | CVE-2026-16796 |
| Migration Required | Yes |
| Cost Impact | Neutral |
| IaC Impact | High |
What This Means
For DevOps Teams
Update the AWS Bedrock AgentCore Python SDK to version 1.18.1 to address CVE-2026-16796, ensuring that the install_packages() method is secure against arbitrary command execution.
For Platform Teams
Integrate the latest bedrock-agentcore version 1.18.1 into your AI agent deployment pipeline to enhance security and prevent potential vulnerabilities in package installations.
For Executives
Implement the upgrade to bedrock-agentcore version 1.18.1 to mitigate the risk of remote code execution via CVE-2026-16796, ensuring the security and integrity of AI agent deployments.
Source
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