---METADATA---
VENDOR: ALGO
PRODUCT: 8180 IP Audio Alerter
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: 5.5
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: patch
SOURCES_JSON: [{"url":"https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-26-018/","name":"ZDI-26-018","tags":["x_research-advisory"]}]
PROFILE: batch@eb21ac00f78b
MODEL: gemini-3.1-flash-lite
GENERATED: 2026-08-29T14:11:43.610Z
---END_METADATA---

Description Summary:
A command injection vulnerability in the ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter web interface allows authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary system commands.

Executive Summary:
A high-severity command injection vulnerability in the ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter allows authenticated remote attackers to achieve remote code execution.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-0796

Affected Software: ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter

Affected Versions: 5.5

Vulnerability: This is an OS Command Injection (CWE-78) vulnerability occurring within the web-based user interface. The flaw arises from insufficient validation of user-supplied input before it is processed by a system call, requiring the attacker to have administrative or high-level authentication to trigger the exploit.

Business Impact

The ability to execute arbitrary code on an IP-based audio device presents a significant security risk, potentially allowing an attacker to gain full control over the device. A successful compromise could lead to unauthorized network access, eavesdropping, or the manipulation of audio alerts within a critical infrastructure environment. With a CVSS score of 7.2, this vulnerability is classified as High and requires immediate attention to prevent unauthorized system access.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Restrict access to the device web interface to trusted management networks only, and monitor vendor channels for the release of firmware version 5.5.1 or higher.

Proactive Monitoring: Review web access logs for unusual POST requests or strings containing shell metacharacters directed at the administrative interface of the affected devices.

Compensating Controls: Implement strict firewall rules to block unsolicited external access to the device web interface, ensuring it is not reachable from the public internet.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: No (exploit_available: false)

Analyst Notes: As of January 24, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a published proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. While the flaw is theoretically dangerous, the requirement for high-level authentication acts as a significant barrier for attackers.

Analyst Recommendation

Given the potential for remote code execution, it is imperative to harden the network environment surrounding these devices. Administrators should ensure that the management interface is not exposed to the public internet and verify that all users with administrative access to the device are authorized. Please remain vigilant for official firmware updates from ALGO and apply them immediately once available to permanently resolve the underlying injection flaw.

---METADATA---
VENDOR: ALGO
PRODUCT: 8180 IP Audio Alerter
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: 5.5
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: patch
SOURCES_JSON: [{"url":"https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-26-017/","name":"ZDI-26-017","tags":["x_research-advisory"]}]
PROFILE: batch@eb21ac00f78b
MODEL: gemini-3.1-flash-lite
GENERATED: 2026-08-29T14:11:43.610Z
---END_METADATA---

Description Summary:
The ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter web interface contains a command injection vulnerability, allowing authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary system commands.

Executive Summary:
A critical command injection vulnerability in the ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter allows authenticated remote attackers to achieve remote code execution.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-0795

Affected Software: ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter

Affected Versions: 5.5

Vulnerability: The vulnerability is an OS Command Injection (CWE-78) occurring within the device web interface. It stems from improper validation of user-supplied strings before they are passed to a system call, which can be exploited by an authenticated attacker to execute code in the context of the device.

Business Impact

The ability to execute arbitrary commands on a network-connected audio device presents a significant risk, as it allows attackers to gain full control over the hardware. With a CVSS score of 7.2, this vulnerability could lead to lateral movement within the network, unauthorized access to sensitive audio streams, or the use of the device as a pivot point for further internal attacks.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Restrict access to the device web interface to trusted administrative networks only and ensure all default credentials have been changed. Contact the vendor for firmware updates addressing this specific flaw, as a public patch status is currently unknown.

Proactive Monitoring: Review device access logs for suspicious administrative logins and unusual HTTP requests targeting the web interface. Monitor network traffic for unexpected outbound connections originating from the audio alert devices.

Compensating Controls: Deploy a Web Application Firewall (WAF) or an internal firewall policy to block unauthorized access to the web management interface of the affected device.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: No (exploit_available: false).

Analyst Notes: As of January 24, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a published proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. While the flaw requires authentication, the nature of command injection makes it highly dangerous once access is obtained.

Analyst Recommendation

Given the severity of potential remote code execution, organizations should prioritize securing the management interfaces of all ALGO 8180 devices. Administrators must verify their current firmware version and coordinate with ALGO support to apply the necessary security hardening or patches as soon as they are released.

---METADATA---
VENDOR: ALGO
PRODUCT: 8180 IP Audio Alerter
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: 5.5
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: patch
SOURCES_JSON: [{"url":"https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-26-016/","name":"ZDI-26-016","tags":["x_research-advisory"]}]
PROFILE: batch@eb21ac00f78b
MODEL: gemini-3.1-flash-lite
GENERATED: 2026-08-29T14:11:43.610Z
---END_METADATA---

Description Summary:
A use-after-free vulnerability in the ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter SIP handling allows unauthenticated remote attackers to achieve remote code execution.

Executive Summary:
The ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter contains a critical use-after-free vulnerability that allows unauthenticated remote code execution, posing a severe risk to device integrity.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-0794

Affected Software: ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter

Affected Versions: 5.5

Vulnerability: The flaw exists within the SIP call processing logic, specifically due to a failure to validate object existence before performing operations. This use-after-free vulnerability permits an unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code in the context of the device.

Business Impact

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability allows an attacker to gain full control over the affected IP audio device. Given the CVSS score of 8.1, the high potential for total system compromise and the ability to execute arbitrary code remotely make this a significant security risk for organizations relying on these devices for communication or alerting infrastructure.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Contact the vendor immediately to obtain firmware updates for version 5.5, as a specific patch version is not currently identified in the enrichment data.

Proactive Monitoring: Monitor network traffic for unusual SIP signaling patterns or unexpected connection attempts directed at the audio alerter endpoints.

Compensating Controls: Restrict network access to the SIP interface of the device using firewall rules or VLAN segmentation to ensure that only authorized call servers can communicate with the hardware.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: No.

Analyst Notes: As of January 24, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a public proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. The flaw is inherently dangerous due to the lack of required authentication for triggering the memory corruption.

Analyst Recommendation

Due to the high severity of this remote code execution vulnerability, immediate attention is required. Administrators should verify the current firmware version of all ALGO 8180 devices and implement strict network access controls to isolate these systems from the public internet until a vendor-supplied patch can be successfully applied.

---METADATA---
VENDOR: ALGO
PRODUCT: 8180 IP Audio Alerter
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: 5.5
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: patch
SOURCES_JSON: [{"url":"https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-26-015/","name":"ZDI-26-015","tags":["x_research-advisory"]}]
PROFILE: batch@eb21ac00f78b
MODEL: gemini-3.1-flash-lite
GENERATED: 2026-08-29T14:11:43.610Z
---END_METADATA---

Description Summary:
A heap-based buffer overflow in the ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter allows unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via the InformaCast functionality.

Executive Summary:
A critical heap-based buffer overflow in the ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter could allow an unauthenticated remote attacker to execute arbitrary code, posing a severe risk to device integrity.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-0793

Affected Software: ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter

Affected Versions: 5.5

Vulnerability: This vulnerability is a heap-based buffer overflow (CWE-122) within the InformaCast component. It occurs due to insufficient length validation of user-supplied data, allowing an unauthenticated attacker to trigger remote code execution in the context of the device.

Business Impact

The ability for an unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code on an IP-based audio device presents a significant security risk, potentially allowing for unauthorized surveillance, lateral movement within the network, or the disruption of critical paging and alert systems. With a CVSS score of 8.1, the vulnerability is categorized as high severity, reflecting the potential for total compromise of the affected hardware.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Contact the vendor or monitor the official ALGO support portal for the release of a firmware update that addresses the heap overflow vulnerability. Until a patch is available, restrict network access to the affected devices to trusted management subnets only.

Proactive Monitoring: Review device access logs for unexpected traffic or unusual packet sizes targeting the InformaCast interface. Monitor for signs of unauthorized device reboots or erratic behavior that might indicate an exploitation attempt.

Compensating Controls: Deploy a network-level firewall or access control list to isolate the ALGO 8180 devices, ensuring they are not reachable from the public internet or untrusted internal segments.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: No

Analyst Notes: As of January 24, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a public proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. While exploitation requires careful crafting of input to trigger the heap overflow, the lack of authentication requirements makes this a highly attractive target for malicious actors.

Analyst Recommendation

Given the potential for remote code execution and the lack of authentication required for exploitation, this vulnerability should be treated with high priority. Organizations utilizing the ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter must verify their current firmware version and prepare to deploy the vendor-provided patch immediately upon its release to prevent potential device takeover.

---METADATA---
VENDOR: ALGO
PRODUCT: 8180 IP Audio Alerter
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter: 5.5
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: none
SOURCES_JSON: [{"url":"https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-26-014/","name":"ZDI-26-014","tags":["x_research-advisory"]}]
PROFILE: batch@eb21ac00f78b
MODEL: gemini-3.1-flash-lite
GENERATED: 2026-08-29T14:11:43.614Z
---END_METADATA---

Description Summary:
A stack-based buffer overflow in the ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter allows unauthenticated remote attackers to achieve remote code execution via a specially crafted SIP INVITE header.

Executive Summary:
A critical stack-based buffer overflow in ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter devices allows unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary code, posing a severe risk to device integrity.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-0792

Affected Software: ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter

Affected Versions: ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter: 5.5

Vulnerability: The vulnerability exists due to improper length validation of the Alert-Info header within SIP INVITE requests before copying data to a fixed-length stack buffer. This flaw can be triggered by an unauthenticated attacker, allowing for remote code execution in the context of the affected device.

Business Impact

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability permits unauthorized remote code execution, which could lead to full system compromise, loss of confidentiality, and disruption of critical audio alerting services. Given the CVSS score of 8.1, the high potential for impact on device availability and data integrity necessitates immediate attention, especially for units deployed in sensitive or public-facing network segments.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Update affected ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter devices to the latest firmware version as specified in the vendor advisory.

Proactive Monitoring: Monitor network traffic for malformed or unusually large SIP INVITE requests directed at the audio alerter, and review system logs for signs of unexpected process execution.

Compensating Controls: Restrict access to SIP signaling ports (typically UDP 5060) via firewall rules to allow traffic only from trusted VoIP controllers or internal management segments.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: No (There is no confirmed public exploit or weaponized module currently available).

Analyst Notes: As of January 24, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a public proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. The flaw is inherently dangerous due to its reachability over the network without requiring authentication, which increases the likelihood of opportunistic scanning by threat actors.

Analyst Recommendation

The severity of this vulnerability, combined with its ability to be exploited without authentication, makes it a high-priority item for remediation. Administrators must identify all instances of the ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter within their environment and apply the necessary firmware updates immediately to prevent unauthorized remote access and potential system takeover.

---METADATA---
VENDOR: ALGO
PRODUCT: 8180 IP Audio Alerter
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: 5.5
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: patch
SOURCES_JSON: [{"url":"https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-26-013/","name":"ZDI-26-013","tags":["x_research-advisory"]}]
PROFILE: batch@eb21ac00f78b
MODEL: gemini-3.1-flash-lite
GENERATED: 2026-08-29T14:11:43.614Z
---END_METADATA---

Description Summary:
A stack-based buffer overflow in the ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter allows unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted SIP INVITE request.

Executive Summary:
The ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter is vulnerable to a remote code execution flaw that permits unauthenticated attackers to compromise device integrity.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-0791

Affected Software: ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter

Affected Versions: 5.5

Vulnerability: This is a stack-based buffer overflow (CWE-121) occurring in the SIP INVITE handling process. An unauthenticated attacker can trigger this by sending a specially crafted Replaces header to the device, causing memory corruption that leads to remote code execution.

Business Impact

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability allows an attacker to gain full control over the affected audio alerter device. This poses a significant risk to organizational communications and physical security systems, potentially leading to unauthorized system access or the disruption of critical alerting services. Given the CVSS score of 8.1, this represents a high-severity threat that requires immediate attention to prevent device compromise.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Contact the vendor or monitor the official ALGO support portal for the release of firmware version 5.5.1 or higher, as a patch is currently unknown.

Proactive Monitoring: Review SIP traffic and device access logs for malformed INVITE requests or unusual patterns associated with the Replaces header.

Compensating Controls: Restrict access to the device management interface and SIP signaling ports to trusted internal networks only, utilizing network segmentation or a firewall to block unauthorized external SIP traffic.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: No.

Analyst Notes: As of January 24, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a published proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. The flaw is inherently dangerous due to the lack of required authentication, making it a priority for defensive hardening.

Analyst Recommendation

Because this vulnerability allows for unauthenticated remote code execution, it presents a substantial risk to the availability and integrity of your audio infrastructure. Organizations should immediately audit their network exposure for these devices and implement strict network-level access controls until an official firmware patch is provided by the manufacturer.

---METADATA---
VENDOR: ALGO
PRODUCT: 8180 IP Audio Alerter
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: 5.5
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: patch
SOURCES_JSON: [{"url":"https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-26-009/","name":"ZDI-26-009","tags":["x_research-advisory"]}]
PROFILE: batch@eb21ac00f78b
MODEL: gemini-3.1-flash-lite
GENERATED: 2026-08-29T14:11:43.614Z
---END_METADATA---

Description Summary:
A command injection vulnerability in the SAC module of ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter allows unauthenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary system code.

Executive Summary:
The ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter is vulnerable to remote code execution due to an OS command injection flaw, presenting a critical risk to device integrity.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-0787

Affected Software: ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter

Affected Versions: 5.5

Vulnerability: The vulnerability exists within the SAC module, where insufficient validation of user-supplied strings allows for OS command injection. This flaw can be triggered by an unauthenticated attacker via a remote network request.

Business Impact

The ability for an unauthenticated attacker to execute arbitrary code on a network-connected audio device poses a severe security risk. This could lead to full device compromise, unauthorized access to internal network segments, or the use of the device as a pivot point for further lateral movement. With a CVSS score of 8.1, this high-severity vulnerability requires immediate attention to prevent potential exploitation.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Restrict network access to the affected devices by placing them behind a firewall and disabling external access to the SAC module until an official patch is provided by the vendor.

Proactive Monitoring: Review system and network access logs for unusual command patterns or unauthorized requests directed at the SAC module of the 8180 IP Audio Alerter.

Compensating Controls: Deploy a Web Application Firewall or an Intrusion Prevention System to detect and block malicious payloads attempting to inject system commands into the device interface.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: No (exploit_available: false)

Analyst Notes: As of January 24, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a public proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. The flaw is inherently dangerous because it allows unauthenticated execution of system calls, which bypasses standard access control mechanisms.

Analyst Recommendation

Given the potential for remote code execution without authentication, this vulnerability represents a significant risk to organizational infrastructure. Administrators should prioritize isolating affected ALGO 8180 devices from public-facing networks and monitor vendor communications closely for the release of a security patch. Until a fix is verified, assume the device is exposed to any actor with network visibility.

---METADATA---
VENDOR: ALGO
PRODUCT: 8180 IP Audio Alerter
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: 5.5
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: patch
SOURCES_JSON: [{"url":"https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-26-008/","name":"ZDI-26-008","tags":["x_research-advisory"]}]
PROFILE: batch@eb21ac00f78b
MODEL: gemini-3.1-flash-lite
GENERATED: 2026-08-29T14:11:43.614Z
---END_METADATA---

Description Summary:
The ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter contains an OS command injection vulnerability in the SCI module, allowing authenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary code.

Executive Summary:
A critical command injection vulnerability in the ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter allows authenticated attackers to achieve remote code execution on the device.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-0786

Affected Software: ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter

Affected Versions: 5.5

Vulnerability: The vulnerability resides in the SCI module of the device and stems from improper validation of user-supplied strings before they are processed by a system call. Exploitation requires the attacker to possess valid credentials to access the device.

Business Impact

A successful exploit grants an attacker the ability to execute arbitrary commands with the privileges of the device service. This poses a significant risk to operational security, potentially allowing an attacker to gain persistent control over the audio alerting infrastructure, intercept communications, or pivot into the internal network. Given the CVSS score of 7.5, this is considered a High severity issue that requires immediate attention to protect sensitive facility communications.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Restrict network access to the management interface of the affected devices to trusted subnets only until a manufacturer patch is available.

Proactive Monitoring: Review device access logs for suspicious administrative activity or unusual command strings directed at the SCI module interface.

Compensating Controls: Implement strict network segmentation and utilize a firewall to block unauthorized access to the device management ports from untrusted network segments.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: Unknown.

Analyst Notes: As of January 24, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a public proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. While the vulnerability requires authentication, the high technical impact of remote code execution makes it a priority for environments where these devices are exposed to internal users or management networks.

Analyst Recommendation

Organizations utilizing the ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter should immediately audit their network exposure and ensure that administrative interfaces are not reachable from external or untrusted networks. While a patch is not yet confirmed, maintaining a strong perimeter defense and monitoring for anomalous authentication patterns is essential to mitigating the risk posed by this command injection flaw.

---METADATA---
VENDOR: ALGO
PRODUCT: 8180 IP Audio Alerter
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: 5.5
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: patch
SOURCES_JSON: [{"url":"https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-26-007/","name":"ZDI-26-007","tags":["x_research-advisory"]}]
PROFILE: batch@eb21ac00f78b
MODEL: gemini-3.1-flash-lite
GENERATED: 2026-08-29T14:11:43.614Z
---END_METADATA---

Description Summary:
The ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter is vulnerable to OS command injection via the API, allowing an authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary system code.

Executive Summary:
A critical command injection vulnerability in the ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter allows authenticated attackers to achieve remote code execution on the device.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-0785

Affected Software: ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter

Affected Versions: 5.5

Vulnerability: This flaw exists within the API interface due to improper validation of user-supplied strings before passing them to system calls (CWE-78). Exploitation requires the attacker to possess valid credentials to access the API.

Business Impact

Successful exploitation allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the device service, potentially leading to full system compromise. Given the CVSS score of 7.5, this high-severity vulnerability poses a significant risk to operational integrity, as unauthorized control over audio alerting hardware could be used to disrupt facility communications or pivot into the internal network.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Restrict access to the device API to trusted management subnets only, and contact ALGO support to obtain the latest firmware update addressing this command injection flaw.

Proactive Monitoring: Review device access logs for unusual API activity, specifically focusing on requests containing shell metacharacters or unexpected system command patterns.

Compensating Controls: Deploy a Web Application Firewall or network-level access control list to restrict API access to authorized personnel and block suspicious traffic patterns targeting the device management interface.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: Unknown

Analyst Notes: As of January 24, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a public proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. While the vulnerability requires authentication, the ability to execute OS commands makes this a high-impact risk for any organization utilizing these devices.

Analyst Recommendation

Organizations should prioritize the limitation of network exposure for all ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter units. Because this vulnerability allows for remote code execution, administrators must treat the device as a potential entry point for lateral movement and move swiftly to verify if a vendor patch is available for their specific deployment.

---METADATA---
VENDOR: ALGO
PRODUCT: 8180 IP Audio Alerter
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: 5.5
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: patch
SOURCES_JSON: [{"url":"https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-26-006/","name":"ZDI-26-006","tags":["x_research-advisory"]}]
PROFILE: batch@eb21ac00f78b
MODEL: gemini-3.1-flash-lite
GENERATED: 2026-08-29T14:11:43.614Z
---END_METADATA---

Description Summary:
The ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter web interface contains a command injection vulnerability that allows authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary system commands.

Executive Summary:
A command injection vulnerability in the ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter allows authenticated remote attackers to achieve full system compromise.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-0784

Affected Software: ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter

Affected Versions: 5.5

Vulnerability: This is an OS command injection vulnerability (CWE-78) occurring within the web-based user interface due to improper validation of user-supplied strings. Successful exploitation requires the attacker to possess administrative privileges to interact with the vulnerable interface and execute arbitrary system calls.

Business Impact

The ability to execute arbitrary code on an IP Audio Alerter poses a significant risk to network security, as these devices are often integrated into broader facility infrastructure. With a CVSS score of 7.2, this vulnerability indicates a high potential for unauthorized access, system disruption, and the potential for the device to be used as a pivot point for further lateral movement within the corporate network.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Contact the vendor immediately to obtain the latest firmware update for the ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter, as no specific patch version is currently identified.

Proactive Monitoring: Review web access logs for anomalous requests to the device administrative interface and monitor system logs for signs of unexpected process execution.

Compensating Controls: Restrict access to the device web interface to trusted management IP addresses only and ensure the device is segmented from the primary corporate network using VLANs or firewall rules.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: No.

Analyst Notes: As of January 24, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a public proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. While the requirement for administrative authentication restricts the attack surface, the potential for remote code execution makes this a severe risk for any exposed device.

Analyst Recommendation

Given the potential for remote code execution, it is imperative that administrators prioritize the hardening of these devices by restricting management access. Contact ALGO support immediately to verify the availability of a patched firmware version and apply it to all affected units in the environment to prevent potential exploitation.

---METADATA---
VENDOR: ALGO
PRODUCT: 8180 IP Audio Alerter
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: 5.5
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: patch
SOURCES_JSON: [{"url":"https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-26-005/","name":"ZDI-26-005","tags":["x_research-advisory"]}]
PROFILE: batch@eb21ac00f78b
MODEL: gemini-3.1-flash-lite
GENERATED: 2026-08-29T14:11:43.614Z
---END_METADATA---

Description Summary:
A command injection vulnerability in the ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter web interface allows an authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary system commands.

Executive Summary:
An authenticated remote code execution vulnerability in the ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter allows attackers to gain full control over the device.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-0783

Affected Software: ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter

Affected Versions: 5.5

Vulnerability: This vulnerability is an OS command injection (CWE-78) flaw residing in the web-based user interface. It occurs due to improper validation of user-supplied input before passing it to a system call, requiring the attacker to have administrative or high-level credentials to trigger the exploit.

Business Impact

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code within the context of the affected device. This could lead to a complete compromise of the audio alerting system, unauthorized network access, or the potential for the device to be used as a pivot point for further lateral movement within the internal network. Given the CVSS score of 7.2, this represents a significant risk to organizational integrity and operational availability.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Restrict access to the device web interface to trusted administrative networks only, and monitor official ALGO support channels for the release of a firmware update addressing this flaw.

Proactive Monitoring: Review system logs for unusual administrative login patterns or unexpected shell-related commands initiated from the web interface.

Compensating Controls: Deploy a Web Application Firewall (WAF) or equivalent network filtering to inspect and block malicious payloads directed at the device management interface.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: No — there is no confirmed public exploit available in the provided data.

Analyst Notes: As of January 24, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a public proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. The requirement for high-level authentication significantly reduces the attack surface, though the severity remains high due to the potential for total system compromise.

Analyst Recommendation

Organizations should prioritize limiting management access to the ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter to authorized personnel and segmented management VLANs. Given the high impact of remote code execution, administrators must maintain strict oversight of device configurations and apply the vendor patch immediately upon its release to fully mitigate this security risk.

---METADATA---
VENDOR: ALGO
PRODUCT: 8180 IP Audio Alerter
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: 5.5
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: patch
SOURCES_JSON: [{"url":"https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-26-004/","name":"ZDI-26-004","tags":["x_research-advisory"]}]
PROFILE: batch@eb21ac00f78b
MODEL: gemini-3.1-flash-lite
GENERATED: 2026-08-29T14:11:43.614Z
---END_METADATA---

Description Summary:
The ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter web interface is vulnerable to OS command injection, allowing an authenticated remote attacker to execute arbitrary code on the device.

Executive Summary:
A critical command injection vulnerability in the ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter allows authenticated attackers to achieve remote code execution, posing a severe risk to device integrity.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-0782

Affected Software: ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter

Affected Versions: 5.5

Vulnerability: This vulnerability is an OS command injection flaw (CWE-78) occurring within the web-based user interface due to improper validation of user-supplied input before system call execution. The attack requires the user to have high privileges to successfully trigger the execution of code.

Business Impact

The ability to execute arbitrary code on an IP audio device grants an attacker full control over the system, potentially allowing for unauthorized surveillance or the disruption of critical communication systems. With a CVSS score of 7.2, this vulnerability represents a high-severity risk that could lead to complete system compromise if an attacker gains authenticated access.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Restrict access to the device web interface to trusted administrative networks only and ensure that all default credentials have been changed to prevent unauthorized authentication.

Proactive Monitoring: Monitor system logs for unusual command execution patterns or unauthorized access attempts targeting the web administrative interface.

Compensating Controls: Implement a Web Application Firewall or network-level access control list to restrict traffic to the management interface, effectively isolating the device from untrusted network segments.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: No — there is no confirmed public exploit in the available data.

Analyst Notes: As of January 24, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a public proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. While the vulnerability requires authentication, its impact is total, necessitating strict adherence to the principle of least privilege regarding administrative access.

Analyst Recommendation

Given the high impact of this command injection flaw, administrators must prioritize restricting access to the web interface of all ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter units. Organizations should verify that only authorized personnel can access the administrative dashboard and await vendor-supplied firmware updates to resolve the underlying input validation failure.

---METADATA---
VENDOR: ALGO
PRODUCT: 8180 IP Audio Alerter
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: 5.5
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: patch
SOURCES_JSON: [{"url":"https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-26-003/","name":"ZDI-26-003","tags":["x_research-advisory"]}]
PROFILE: batch@eb21ac00f78b
MODEL: gemini-3.1-flash-lite
GENERATED: 2026-08-29T14:11:43.614Z
---END_METADATA---

Description Summary:
A command injection vulnerability in the ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter web interface allows an authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary system commands, potentially leading to remote code execution.

Executive Summary:
An OS command injection vulnerability in the ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter allows authenticated attackers to achieve remote code execution on the device.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-0781

Affected Software: ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter

Affected Versions: 5.5

Vulnerability: This is an OS command injection vulnerability (CWE-78) located within the web-based user interface. It occurs due to insufficient validation of user-supplied input before it is processed by a system call, requiring administrative or equivalent authentication to exploit.

Business Impact

Successful exploitation of this vulnerability allows an attacker to execute arbitrary code with the privileges of the web interface, which typically results in full control over the affected audio alerter device. Given the CVSS score of 7.2, this represents a high-severity risk that could lead to unauthorized network access, lateral movement, or the use of the device as a pivot point within the internal network.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Contact the vendor immediately to obtain the appropriate firmware update for version 5.5, as no public patch version is currently specified.

Proactive Monitoring: Review web access logs for suspicious input patterns or unusual system commands directed at the device interface.

Compensating Controls: Restrict access to the device web management interface to trusted administrative IP addresses only, and deploy a Web Application Firewall (WAF) to filter malicious command strings.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: No — there is no confirmed public exploit available in the provided data.

Analyst Notes: As of January 24, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a public proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. While the vulnerability requires authentication, the ability to execute system commands makes this a critical concern for device integrity.

Analyst Recommendation

Due to the severity of remote code execution, organizations should treat this vulnerability with high priority. Ensure that all ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter devices are isolated from untrusted networks and verify with the vendor regarding the availability of a firmware update to address this command injection flaw.

---METADATA---
VENDOR: ALGO
PRODUCT: 8180 IP Audio Alerter
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: 5.5
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: patch
SOURCES_JSON: [{"url":"https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-26-002/","name":"ZDI-26-002","tags":["x_research-advisory"]}]
PROFILE: batch@eb21ac00f78b
MODEL: gemini-3.1-flash-lite
GENERATED: 2026-08-29T14:11:43.614Z
---END_METADATA---

Description Summary:
A command injection vulnerability in the ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter web interface allows authenticated attackers to execute arbitrary system commands.

Executive Summary:
A critical command injection vulnerability in the ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter allows authenticated attackers to achieve remote code execution on the target device.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-0780

Affected Software: ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter

Affected Versions: 5.5

Vulnerability: The device suffers from an OS command injection flaw (CWE-78) due to improper validation of user-supplied input within the web user interface. Successful exploitation requires the attacker to have high-level administrative credentials to interact with the vulnerable system call.

Business Impact

This vulnerability poses a severe risk as it allows for full remote code execution, granting an attacker total control over the affected audio alerting device. With a CVSS score of 7.2, the impact includes potential unauthorized system access, data manipulation, and the ability to pivot within the network from the compromised hardware.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Restrict access to the device web interface to trusted administrative networks only and monitor vendor channels for the release of an official security patch.

Proactive Monitoring: Review device access logs for unusual administrative logins and monitor system traffic for unexpected shell-related activity or outbound connections from the alerting device.

Compensating Controls: Deploy a Web Application Firewall (WAF) or equivalent network filtering to inspect incoming traffic for command injection patterns targeting the device management interface.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: Unknown

Analyst Notes: As of January 24, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a published proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. While the risk of exploitation is lower due to the requirement for administrative authentication, the potential for total system compromise makes this a significant concern for environments utilizing these devices.

Analyst Recommendation

Given the potential for full device compromise, administrators must prioritize limiting the attack surface of the ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter. Ensure that administrative interfaces are not exposed to the public internet and maintain strict control over user access until a vendor-provided patch is applied to resolve the underlying command injection vulnerability.

---METADATA---
VENDOR: ALGO
PRODUCT: 8180 IP Audio Alerter
AFFECTED_VERSIONS: 5.5
CONFIDENCE: high
MISSING: patch
SOURCES_JSON: [{"url":"https://www.zerodayinitiative.com/advisories/ZDI-26-001/","name":"ZDI-26-001","tags":["x_research-advisory"]}]
PROFILE: batch@eb21ac00f78b
MODEL: gemini-3.1-flash-lite
GENERATED: 2026-08-29T14:11:43.614Z
---END_METADATA---

Description Summary:
The ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter is vulnerable to OS command injection via the ping utility in its web interface, potentially allowing authenticated remote attackers to execute arbitrary system code.

Executive Summary:
A critical command injection vulnerability in the ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter allows authenticated remote attackers to achieve full system compromise.

Vulnerability Details

CVE-ID: CVE-2026-0779

Affected Software: ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter

Affected Versions: 5.5

Vulnerability: This vulnerability is an OS command injection (CWE-78) flaw residing in the web-based user interface. It occurs because the device fails to properly sanitize user-supplied strings before passing them to a system call, requiring an attacker to possess high privileges to trigger the exploit.

Business Impact

The CVSS score of 7.2 reflects a high severity risk due to the potential for total system compromise, including unauthorized data access and loss of device availability. If exploited, an attacker could gain full control over the audio alerter, potentially using the device as a pivot point for further lateral movement within the network or disrupting critical notification infrastructure.

Remediation Plan

Immediate Action: Restrict network access to the device management interface to trusted administrative subnets only until a manufacturer patch is released and applied.

Proactive Monitoring: Review device access logs for unusual administrative activity or attempts to execute diagnostic commands through the web interface.

Compensating Controls: Implement strict network segmentation and utilize a Web Application Firewall (WAF) to inspect and block malicious input strings directed at the device's diagnostic ping functions.

Exploitation Status

Public Exploit Available: Unknown.

Analyst Notes: As of January 24, 2026, there is no public information indicating active exploitation or a public proof-of-concept for this vulnerability. While the vulnerability requires authenticated access, the ability to execute OS commands remains a significant security risk for embedded hardware.

Analyst Recommendation

Given the high technical impact of this vulnerability, administrators should prioritize securing the administrative interface of the ALGO 8180 IP Audio Alerter immediately. Monitor the vendor advisory closely for the release of a firmware update and apply it as soon as it becomes available to remediate the underlying command injection flaw.