CVE-2026-40889
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CVE-2026-40889 is a medium-severity vulnerability rated 6.5/10 on the CVSS scale. Frappe HR is an open-source human resources management solution (HRMS). Prior to versions 15.58.2 and 16.4.2, authenticated users can access unauthorized files by exploiting certain api endpoint. EPSS estimates a 0.23% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Frappe HR is an open-source human resources management solution (HRMS). Prior to versions 15.58.2 and 16.4.2, authenticated users can access unauthorized files by exploiting certain api endpoint. Versions 15.58.2 and 16.4.2 contain a patch. No known workarounds are available.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:N/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Frappe | Frappe Hr | < 15.58.2 |
| Frappe | Frappe Hr | >= 16.0.0, < 16.4.2 |
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