CVE-2026-5268
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CVE-2026-5268 is a critical-severity vulnerability rated 9.1/10 on the CVSS scale. An authentication bypass vulnerability exists in the default SFTP server component utilized across the Ciena products listed. This vulnerability allows a remote, unauthenticated attacker to bypass security controls and gain unauthorized access to the underlying filesystem. Successful exploitation could allow an attacker to read or modify system files.. EPSS estimates a 0.42% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
An authentication bypass vulnerability exists in the default SFTP server component utilized across the Ciena products listed. This vulnerability allows a remote, unauthenticated attacker to bypass security controls and gain unauthorized access to the underlying filesystem. Successful exploitation could allow an attacker to read or modify system files.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:N/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:N
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
Source: CNA advisory (CVE.org). NVD analysis pending.
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| CIENA | 6500 S-Series | R16.96 and prior |
| CIENA | 6500 T-Series | R16.1 and prior |
| CIENA | PTS | R16.1 and prior |
| CIENA | CPL | R12.63 and prior |
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Timeline
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- Status
- Awaiting Analysis
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