How severe is CVE-2026-45176?

CVE-2026-45176 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.

Is CVE-2026-45176 being actively exploited?

It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (3rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.

What products are affected by CVE-2026-45176?

CVE-2026-45176 affects Paloaltonetworks Idira Endpoint Privilege Manager. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.

How do I fix CVE-2026-45176?

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-2026-45176 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?

Yes. CVE-2026-45176 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-36291.

When was CVE-2026-45176 published?

CVE-2026-45176 was published on 2026-06-11 and last updated on 2026-06-22.

CVE-2026-45176

CVE-2026-45176 is a high-severity vulnerability in Paloaltonetworks Idira Endpoint Privilege Manager with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8. 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-269.

Key facts

Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.8)
CVSS v4: 8.9
EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (3rd percentile)
Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2026-36291
Weakness: CWE-269
Affected product: Paloaltonetworks Idira Endpoint Privilege Manager
Published: 2026-06-11
Last modified: 2026-06-22

Description

Idira Endpoint Privilege Manager Agent versions prior to 26.5 exhibit improper access control within high-privileged agent components. A local, low-privileged attacker could exploit this by manipulating an internal communication mechanism or file operation. Under specific circumstances, this could potentially allow the attacker to bypass permission restrictions and execute unauthorized local actions with elevated privileges. CyberArk Security Bulletin: CA26-19

Frequently asked questions

What is CVE-2026-45176?: Idira Endpoint Privilege Manager Agent versions prior to 26.5 exhibit improper access control within high-privileged agent components. A local, low-privileged attacker could exploit this by manipulating an internal communication mechanism or file operation. Under specific circumstances, this could potentially allow the attacker to bypass permission restrictions and execute unauthorized local actions with elevated privileges. CyberArk Security Bulletin: CA26-19
How severe is CVE-2026-45176?: CVE-2026-45176 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.8, rated high severity. It is exploitable over local access with low attack complexity, requires low privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is high, integrity high, and availability high.
Is CVE-2026-45176 being actively exploited?: It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (3rd percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
What products are affected by CVE-2026-45176?: CVE-2026-45176 affects Paloaltonetworks Idira Endpoint Privilege Manager. See the affected-products list for the exact vulnerable versions.
How do I fix CVE-2026-45176?: 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-2026-45176 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?: Yes. CVE-2026-45176 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-36291.
When was CVE-2026-45176 published?: CVE-2026-45176 was published on 2026-06-11 and last updated on 2026-06-22.

References

Affected products (1)

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