How severe is CVE-2026-2740?

CVE-2026-2740 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.4, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with high attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability low.

Is CVE-2026-2740 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (74th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

How do I fix CVE-2026-2740?

Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.

Does CVE-2026-2740 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2026-2740 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-31283.

When was CVE-2026-2740 published?

CVE-2026-2740 was published on 2026-05-21 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

CVE-2026-2740

CVE-2026-2740 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.4. It is not currently listed as actively exploited by CISA, and its EPSS exploit-prediction score is low. The underlying weakness is classified as CWE-77.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 8.4)
EPSS exploit prediction: 2% (74th percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2026-31283
Weakness: CWE-77
Published: 2026-05-21
Last modified: 2026-06-17

Description

Zohocorp ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus version before 6525, DataSecurity Plus before 6264 and RecoveryManager Plus before 6313 are vulnerable to Authenticated Remote code execution in the agent machines due to the bug in the 3rd party dependency.

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-2740?: Zohocorp ManageEngine ADSelfService Plus version before 6525, DataSecurity Plus before 6264 and RecoveryManager Plus before 6313 are vulnerable to Authenticated Remote code execution in the agent machines due to the bug in the 3rd party dependency.
How severe is CVE-2026-2740?: CVE-2026-2740 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 8.4, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with high attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability low.
Is CVE-2026-2740 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 2% (74th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-2740?: Review the linked vendor and NVD advisories for patched versions and mitigations, then upgrade or apply the recommended workaround. Given its high severity, prioritise patching exposed systems.
Does CVE-2026-2740 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2026-2740 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-31283.
When was CVE-2026-2740 published?: CVE-2026-2740 was published on 2026-05-21 and last updated on 2026-06-17.

References

https://www.manageengine.com/products/self-service-password/advisory/CVE-2026-2740.html

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