CVE-2026-2026
MEDIUMCVSS 6.1/10EPSS 0.11%
Last modified
CVE-2026-2026 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.1/10 on the CVSS scale. A vulnerability has been identified where weak file permissions in the Nessus Agent directory on Windows hosts could allow unauthorized access, potentially permitting Denial of Service (DoS) attacks.. EPSS estimates a 0.11% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
A vulnerability has been identified where weak file permissions in the Nessus Agent directory on Windows hosts could allow unauthorized access, potentially permitting Denial of Service (DoS) attacks.
Metrics
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Tenable | Nessus Agent | < 11.0.4 |
| Tenable | Nessus Agent | >= 11.1.0, < 11.1.2 |
References
- https://www.tenable.com/security/tns-2026-05Vendor Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Analyzed
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2026-2026?
A vulnerability has been identified where weak file permissions in the Nessus Agent directory on Windows hosts could allow unauthorized access, potentially permitting Denial of Service (DoS) attacks.
How severe is CVE-2026-2026?
CVE-2026-2026 has a CVSS score of 6.1/10 (MEDIUM severity). The EPSS model estimates a 0.11% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2026-2026?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
How Strix Helps
- How Strix found a critical auth bypass in etcdStrix autonomously discovered a critical authentication bypass in etcd, later designated CVE-2026-33413.
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