CVE-2026-53868
CVE-2026-53868 is a high-severity vulnerability with a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5. 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-306.
Key facts
- Severity: High (CVSS 3.x base score 7.5)
- CVSS v4: 8.7
- EPSS exploit prediction: 0% (17th percentile)
- Actively exploited: Not listed in CISA KEV
- EU (EUVD) id: EUVD-2026-36629
- Weakness: CWE-306
- Published:
- Last modified:
Description
Capgo before 12.128.2 contains a denial of service vulnerability allowing attackers to register accounts using arbitrary email addresses without verification, then initiate deletion to lock emails in pending deletion state. Attackers can permanently lock legitimate users out of the platform for 30 days by exploiting unverified email ownership in account lifecycle operations.
Frequently asked questions
- What is CVE-2026-53868?
- Capgo before 12.128.2 contains a denial of service vulnerability allowing attackers to register accounts using arbitrary email addresses without verification, then initiate deletion to lock emails in pending deletion state. Attackers can permanently lock legitimate users out of the platform for 30 days by exploiting unverified email ownership in account lifecycle operations.
- How severe is CVE-2026-53868?
- CVE-2026-53868 has a CVSS 3.x base score of 7.5, rated high severity. It is exploitable over network with low attack complexity, requires no privileges and no user interaction. Impact on confidentiality is none, integrity none, and availability high.
- Is CVE-2026-53868 being actively exploited?
- It is not currently listed in CISA's KEV catalog. Its EPSS exploit-prediction score is 0% (17th percentile), an estimate of the probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
- How do I fix CVE-2026-53868?
- 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-2026-53868 have an EU (EUVD) identifier?
- Yes. CVE-2026-53868 is tracked in the ENISA EU Vulnerability Database (EUVD) as EUVD-2026-36629.
- When was CVE-2026-53868 published?
- CVE-2026-53868 was published on 2026-06-12 and last updated on 2026-06-17.
References
- https://github.com/Cap-go/capgo/security/advisories/GHSA-3wfv-m8fq-7r5g
- https://www.vulncheck.com/advisories/capgo-denial-of-service-via-unverified-email-account-registration-and-deletion
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